San Mateo County

1 dead after vehicle goes over cliff along Highway 1 in San Mateo County

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A man is dead after a vehicle went over a cliff along Highway 1 in San Mateo County Thursday afternoon, officials said.

Cal Fire CZU said the crash happened in the area of Gray Whale Cove State Beach, which is located north of Half Moon Bay.

The California Highway Patrol said the vehicle went over the southbound direction of Highway 1 and the driver was pronounced dead at 1:45 p.m.

Traffic in both directions of Highway 1 will be impacted while crews work to recover the vehicle and body. All lanes in the area are expected to reopen by 3:30 p.m.

This is a developing story. Details may change as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for updates.

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