CUYAMA, CA โ On Tuesday evening, January 7, 2025, at 6:45 p.m., crews from the Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a car accident where a vehicle had veered off Highway 166. The incident prompted the temporary closure of the highway to allow for safety measures.
During the response, only one lane of the highway remained open, causing some traffic delays in the area. Multiple agencies, including the SBCFD, were involved in a thorough search for the driver and any potential passengers, but unfortunately, neither was located.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) was also present at the scene to oversee potential vehicle recovery operations after all emergency units had returned. Details surrounding the circumstances of the crash are still being assessed as authorities continue their investigation.
For further updates on this situation, keep an eye on local traffic news.