A frightening incident unfolded on Highway 1 in north Santa Cruz County when a driver lost control and plunged their car 300 feet down a beach cliff. The accident occurred on Friday afternoon and has resulted in the closure of the highway’s southbound lanes.
A witness first reported the crash to the California Highway Patrol dispatchers at 1:25 p.m. According to witnesses, the vehicle rolled on Highway 1 near Scott Creek Beach before it went over the cliff.
Emergency crews were able to rescue at least one victim from the water. “Firefighters set up a rope rescue, but Copter 106 out of Alma Helitack Base CalFire SCU was able to pull 1 patient from vehicle quickly,” CalFire CZU reported.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers faced by motorists daily. It underscores the importance of exercising caution while driving, especially in areas with steep inclines or near bodies of water.
This is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.