[08-26-2026] Santa Barbara County, CA – Minor Injuries in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 101 in Santa Maria

Minor injuries were reported following a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 101 in Santa Maria on Wednesday morning, August 26, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 6:10 a.m. on northbound Highway 101 at the Santa Maria River Bridge.

Initial reports indicated that four vehicles were involved in the crash. The collision blocked the No. 1 lane while emergency personnel responded to the scene.

CHP reported minor injuries in connection with the crash. Additional information regarding the number of people injured or whether anyone required hospital transportation was not immediately available.

Additional information about what caused the crash was not immediately available.

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