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…

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Road incidents as of 9:30 p.m. on August 27
- South Highway 1 is facing closures at Route 129 in Watsonville / Pajaro for grinding and paving work. The closure will end at 5:59 a.m. today.
- Alternating lanes are closed on Highway 9 at Riverdale Park in San Lorenzo Valley because of bridge work. The closure is expected to last until 6:59 a.m. on April 30, 2027.
- On South Highway 1 at Bay Avenue in Capitola / Soquel, alternating lanes are closed because of shoulder work. This closure will last until Aug. 31 at 6:30 a.m.
- Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley has one-way traffic due to work being done. This closure will last until 7:01 a.m. on Aug. 31.
- There is one-way traffic on SR-129 at Union Street in Watsonville and Pajaro because of roadwork. This closure will end at 5:59 a.m. today.
- There is one-way traffic on SR-236 at Pine Street in San Lorenzo Valley because of vegetation control work. This closure will last until Aug. 31 at 2:01 p.m.
- A hit and run happened at 100 Mariner Way in Aptos today. No one was hurt.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

