Here’s what’s happening on the roads this morning…

Map of A map showing the locations of road incidents from today's newsletter

▼︎ new incidents


Road incidents as of 6:30 a.m. on October 22

  • A traffic collision happened at 5:53 a.m. today at 1450 San Juan Rd in Watsonville / Pajaro. A dark blue small Honda sedan and a light gray larger SUV were involved, and both vehicles were disabled and blocking lanes. One person had minor injuries. Tow trucks were called for both vehicles.
     
  • A person was seen stumbling on the right shoulder of Highway 1 North at Salinas Rd, causing a traffic hazard. Someone driving by almost hit them. This was reported today near Watsonville and Pajaro.
     
  • South Highway 1 at Park Avenue in Capitola / Soquel is facing closures for paving work. The closure is expected to end at 7:01 a.m. on Nov. 19.
     
  • Highway 9 at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley has alternating lane closures because of bridge work. This will continue until April 30, 2027, at 6:59 a.m.
     
  • A single car hit a tree at the intersection of Bear Creek Rd and Starr Creek Rd in San Lorenzo Valley. No one was hurt. The fire department helped at the scene until CHP arrived. The incident was reported today.