Toyota Prius Submerged in San Francisco Bay After Highway 101 Crash

Toyota Prius Submerged Following Crash Near Candlestick Park Exit

A Toyota Prius ended up partially submerged in the San Francisco Bay after a crash near the Candlestick Park exit on Highway 101 on Saturday. The incident, captured and shared on social media, drew attention to the dramatic scene and prompted emergency response from local agencies.

Incident Captured on Video

According to videos posted online, the vehicle came to rest in the Bay, rotated towards the shoulder of Highway 101. In the footage, one person stands beside the partially submerged Prius, appearing to assist a rear passenger in exiting the car. Only two individuals are visible in the video, but it is not clear how many passengers were inside the vehicle at the time of the crash.

Emergency Response Teams on Site

Emergency vehicles from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Brisbane Fire Department (BFD) responded to the scene. In a second social media video, both agencies’ vehicles are visible as they address the accident. Part of the emergency response included the use of a crane to recover the vehicle from the water, as documented in the shared footage.

Rescue Efforts and Unknown Passenger Conditions

The video evidence shows attempts at passenger rescue, with an individual at the scene aiding someone trapped in the back of the Prius. However, the number of occupants in the vehicle at the time of the incident remains unconfirmed. The current condition of the passengers has not been disclosed.

Ongoing Investigation and Agency Statements Pending

KRON4 News reached out to both CHP and BFD for more information regarding the cause of the accident, the number of people involved, and the outcome for those inside the car. At this time, both agencies have yet to provide further details.

Summary

This car crash near the Candlestick Park exit left a Toyota Prius partially submerged in the Bay and prompted a response involving both the California Highway Patrol and the Brisbane Fire Department. With videos circulating online showing the emergency response, use of a crane for vehicle recovery, and ongoing questions about the passengers’ conditions, the incident remains under investigation as officials have not yet released additional information.

Source: kron4.com.