[04-08-2026] San Mateo County, CA – Seven-Vehicle Crash on Highway 101

A seven-vehicle crash occurred on southbound Highway 101 in San Mateo on Wednesday morning, April 8, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 7:45 a.m. near Poplar Avenue. 

One driver was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. CHP officials reminded drivers to double-check for safety when changing lanes from a complete stop and to always yield the right-of-way to those already in their lanes.

No further details about the crash were immediately available, and the investigation is ongoing.

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