SF Muni Restores Service After Fulton Collision

Vehicle collision at Fulton-Masonic blocks three Muni routes on March 10

Muni Routes 5, 5R, 43 Blocked at Fulton-Masonic

San Francisco's Muni routes 5, 5R, and 43 faced complete blockages at Fulton and Masonic on March 10 after a vehicle collision shut down the intersection, transit officials said. The crash, which didn't involve any Muni buses, forced outbound routes 5 and 5R to halt service through the area while route 43 experienced delays in both directions. Officials classified the incident as high severity due to the complete blockage affecting multiple routes during a busy travel period.

Collision Creates Ripple Effect Across System

The intersection blockage created widespread disruptions throughout the transit network in the San Francisco-San Jose metro area, according to the transit agency. When major intersections become impassable, buses must reroute or wait for clearance, which cascades into delays across connecting routes and transfers. Officials shared updates through Muni's social media channels as the situation developed. Transit agencies typically coordinate with police and emergency services to clear blocked intersections as quickly as possible, though specific details about how long the Fulton-Masonic intersection remained closed weren't immediately available.

Multiple Routes Face Service Interruptions

Outbound service on routes 5 and 5R came to a complete stop at the collision site, while route 43 passengers experienced delays navigating around the blocked intersection in both directions. The three affected routes serve key corridors connecting neighborhoods across the city, though officials didn't specify how many riders faced disruptions or how long delays lasted. Transit officials said buses were forced to navigate alternate paths where possible. The agency didn't provide information about whether shuttle buses or alternative service was deployed during the blockage.

Incident Cleared, Normal Service Resumes

The intersection blockage was eventually cleared and normal service resumed on all affected routes, though officials didn't specify exactly when the intersection reopened or how long total delays lasted. Transit agencies typically work with emergency responders to clear collision scenes as quickly as possible while ensuring safety. The agency said service returned to normal operations after the non-Muni vehicle was removed from the intersection.

Riders Can Track Real-Time Service Updates

Commuters affected by intersection blockages and traffic incidents can monitor real-time service conditions to plan alternate routes or adjust travel times. Officials said the agency shares updates through social media channels during major disruptions. Moovit provides real-time tracking for Muni routes 5, 5R, and 43, helping riders navigate service interruptions and find the fastest available connections across San Francisco's transit network.