One person killed after vehicle plunges 200 feet off Highwa…

Car Crash Slo California in SLO, California: A single-vehicle crash occurred on Highway 166 near the San Luis Obispo-Santa Barbara county line on June 26, 2026, when a vehicle went over the side of the highway approximately 200 feet. Santa Barbara County Fire Department units responded at approximately 5:06 p.m. along with Los Padres National Forest, SLO County, and Santa Maria fire personnel. One deceased occupant was located during the response, and an extensive search was conducted for any additional occupants. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and Highway 166 was reduced to one lane as of 6:14 p.m.