CHP - Solano

This is the official CHP Solano Area Facebook account. For emergencies, call 9-1-1.

To view our Social Media Terms of Service, please visit: https://chp.click/tos. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is dedicated to providing Safety, Service, and Security to California citizens and everyone who uses the thousands of miles of our state’s roadways. Each CHP employee is dedicated to ensuring you get home safely, that quality services are provided to you when you need it, and that yo

u feel safe and secure as you travel throughout our great state. As the seventh largest law enforcement agency in the nation, the Department will continue its primary responsibility to anticipate and respond to the needs of the public which it serves. As the state continues to change and grow, so will the CHP’s promise to look to new and innovative ways to secure your safety as you travel for business or pleasure.

05/11/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms in our communities and within our CHP family. 💙

Thank you for the love, strength, support, and all sacrifices you make every day. Today is about celebrating you and everything you do.

We appreciate you today and every day.
Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷

05/08/2026

🎡🚓 The Solano CHP is out at the Dixon May Fair all weekend long!

We’re excited to spend time with our community, answer questions, and help keep everyone safe while enjoying the fair festivities.

As you enjoy the rides, food, music, and fun, please remember:
🍻 If you plan to drink, designate a sober driver before you head out.
🚖 Use a rideshare, taxi, or call a sober friend or family member.
❤️ One safe choice can save lives.

We want everyone to enjoy the Dixon May Fair and make it home safely at the end of the night. Stop by and say hello if you see us out there!

Drive sober. Arrive alive.

05/06/2026

🚨 Safe towing reminder from Solano CHP 🚨

This driver of a Toyota 4Runner towing a 26-foot trailer learned a tough lesson about towing.

While traveling through Solano County, a combination of wind and speed led the driver to lose control of the trailer.

Fortunately, no other vehicles were involved, and no one was injured—but it could have ended very differently.

Towing a trailer that exceeds your vehicle’s safe capacity—especially when factoring in speed and wind—can quickly turn dangerous. Trailer sway, reduced braking ability, and loss of control are real risks that happen fast.

Before you tow:
✔️ Know your vehicle’s towing limits
✔️ Properly load and balance your trailer
✔️ Ensure you have properly working trailer brakes (any trailer over 3000lbs)
✔️ Adjust your speed for conditions
✔️ Be aware of wind and weather conditions
Your destination will still be there—make sure you arrive safely.

05/04/2026

Lanes Open…

5/4/26 at 1:15PM. Temporary Lane closure of Eastbound SR-37 at Skaggs Island to recover a Semi truck and trailer. Eastbound traffic is being turned around at Skaggs Island. Recommend drivers use SR-121.

Updated Estimated time reopening- No ETO

Lanes open 5/4/26 @ 8:30pm

04/28/2026

🚨 Maximum Enforcement Period 🚨

Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday April 28 at 6:00 AM through April 29 at 5:59 AM, a Maximum Enforcement Period will be in effect. Officers will be actively monitoring for unsafe driving behaviors.

Please slow down, remain alert, and drive safely.

🔗www.chp.ca.gov/news-alerts/news-list/chp-hits-the-brakes-on-speeding-during-24-hour-enforcement-effort

04/26/2026

FREE START SMART CLASS- Solano County

Got a new driver or soon-to-be driver in your life? Sign up for our FREE Start Smart class. The class will be held at the Solano Area CHP Office in Fairfield.

Monday, June 8, 2026 from 5:30-7:30pm

This class is designed for new drivers and their parents/caregivers to attend together. We will focus on the Graduated Driver License process, Rules of the Road and crash avoidance practices. This class MAY qualify for insurance rate reductions (depending on your insurance carrier).

At least one parent MUST attend with their teen (Under 18). Space is limited, so please sign up at https://bit.ly/3Mv9wMD to reserve your spot.

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04/21/2026

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04/20/2026

🌧️ April Showers Bring May Flowers… and Too Many Crashes 🌼🚗

With rain in the forecast this week, CHP Solano Area is reminding drivers to slow down and adjust to changing road conditions. Wet roads reduce traction, increase stopping distances, and make it easier to lose control—especially at higher speeds.

💧 Tips for driving in the rain:
• Slow down and give yourself extra time to reach your destination
• Increase your following distance
• Turn on your headlights
• Make sure your tires and wipers are in good condition
• Avoid sudden braking or sharp turns

Don’t let a spring shower turn into a preventable crash. Slow down, stay alert, and help keep our roads safe for everyone.

Crash Pictures courtesy of CHP Merced

Address

3050 Travis Boulevard
Fairfield, CA
94534

Telephone

+17076395600

Website

https://www.chp.ca.gov/find-an-office/golden-gate-division/offices/(365)-solano

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