This post is updated throughout the day to reflect the latest incidents. It was last updated at 9:31 p.m..
Here’s what’s happening on the roads this evening…

▼︎ new incidents ▼︎ long-term incidents
Road incidents as of 9:30 p.m. on May 16
- A black Honda Crosstour and a white Ford Escape were involved in a traffic collision today on Salinas Rd Ofr / Highway 1 N in Watsonville / Pajaro. No injuries were reported.
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure will last until August 29 at 6:30 a.m.
Long-term projects
These have been going on for a while, but are still worth keeping in mind.
- A single lane on Sims Road, from Brook Knoll Road to 600 La Madrona Drive, is closed for a pipeline project by SCWD and SLVWD. The closure is in effect daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with traffic control measures in place.
- Richmond Drive at Portola Drive and 24th Avenue is closed due to the Rodeo pump station capacity upgrade project. Expect traffic delays and lane closures in the area, weather permitting. Construction is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with specific work on April 12-13 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.
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