Disabled vehicle blocks lane on US 101 southbound

Heard on: Santa Barbara County Sheriff, Fire, Aircraft and Marine, Lompoc Police / Fire

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9220, 1126[1] info.

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US 101 southbound, La Patera off-ramp.

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We're going to be blocking the number one lane.

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Vehicle has BO engine.

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Over. 18.

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10-18, go ahead.

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Two vehicles, non-injury.

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Most patients going to AMA.

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21 can handle.

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Cancel the balance, but continue CHP.

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Non-injury, patient AMA.

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Medics 21 can handle.

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Continue CHP.

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4848411, also.

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He is out of fuel and had given money to a passerby that was supposed to return.

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1126: Disabled vehicle

8/1/2026 02:59 PM

Traffic

US-101, Goleta, CA

Not official report. AI-generated from public dispatch audio. Always verify with official sources.

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a disabled vehicle creating a traffic hazard on US 101 southbound near the La Patera off-ramp in Goleta. Radio traffic indicated two vehicles were involved with no reported injuries, and emergency medical personnel were advised they could clear while highway patrol continued to respond. The vehicle apparently had a blown engine and the driver later said he was out of fuel after giving money to a passerby who did not return.