Cruise Night Affects Traffic In San Mateo: Police

SAN MATEO, CA — Hundreds of cars crowded El Camino in San Mateo Saturday evening for Cruise Night, causing traffic delays along the busy corridor, police said.

The event was scheduled from 6 to 11 p.m. on Saturday with vehicles repeatedly riding along El Camino from 3rd Avenue to Hillsdale Shopping Center, according to the San Mateo Police Department.

Drivers who were not participating in the event were encouraged to take alternate routes to avoid delays.

Police said officers were out to help keep pedestrians, spectators, participants and other drivers safe. Spectators were expected to remain on sidewalks, use crosswalks, avoid littering and respect private property.

Participants were prohibited from burnouts, doughnuts, speeding, reckless driving, impaired driving and other dangerous maneuvers.

“Let’s all do our part and work together to ensure this event is a safe and orderly one,” police said.

Police also warned spectators against public intoxication and reminded them that Borel Shopping Center is private property and may enforce its own rules.