Three drivers were hospitalized Tuesday evening after a three-vehicle collision on Highway 183 near San Juan Road that shut the roadway between Salinas and Castroville for several hours, according to the California Highway Patrol in Monterey County.
What happened and immediate impacts
CHP Monterey said the wreck involved a Toyota pickup truck, a box truck and a semi-truck hauling a trailer loaded with celery. The semi-trailer overturned and spilled celery across the roadway, complicating cleanup efforts and contributing to the extended closure.
All three drivers were taken to a hospital with injuries CHP described as ranging from moderate to major. The agency did not provide names, specific hospitals or additional medical details.
Traffic and detours
A SigAlert remained in effect Tuesday evening, closing both directions of Highway 183 between Cooper Road and McFadden Road. Motorists were diverted onto Cooper and McFadden roads while crews worked to clear the scene.
- Road closed: Highway 183 between Cooper Road and McFadden Road
- Detours: Traffic diverted to Cooper Road and McFadden Road
- Cause: Overturned semi-trailer spilling celery onto the roadway
CHP Monterey said there was no estimated time for the roadway to reopen and expected the closure to last at least several hours as responders cleared the crash and debris.
Response and next steps
CHP Monterey was handling the investigation into the circumstances that led to the collision. At the time of the report, the agency had not confirmed what caused the crash or released information about any citations or criminal charges.
"All three drivers were taken to a hospital with injuries ranging from moderate to major,"
Local drivers should expect delays in the area while cleanup and investigative work continue. Commuters and commercial drivers who use Highway 183 between Salinas and Castroville are advised to follow posted detours and guidance from CHP officers on scene.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Roadway | Highway 183 (San Juan Road area) |
| Closed segment | Between Cooper Road and McFadden Road |
| Vehicles involved | Toyota pickup, box truck, semi-truck with celery trailer |
| Injuries | Three drivers, moderate to major injuries |
News Block will update readers as CHP Monterey releases more information about the crash, road reopening times and any further advisories affecting traffic between Salinas and Castroville.
