A single-vehicle collision occurred today at approximately 8:19 PM on Patterson Pass Road near Greenville Road in Livermore, CA. A gray sedan collided with a power line, causing the power pole to tilt and blocking the slow lane on the westbound side of the road. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident.
Emergency services were dispatched promptly, including fire units and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Upon arrival, responders confirmed that the power pole was tilting away from the roadway, and both wires connected to the pole were live, complicating the situation. Fire services began addressing the potential hazards while PG&E was contacted to manage the live wires.
By 9:03 PM, PG&E confirmed that the wires were no longer live, allowing responders to proceed with the vehicle's removal. A flatbed tow truck was requested to assist in towing the damaged gray sedan, which had sustained significant front-end damage. The vehicle was successfully removed from the scene at approximately 12:55 AM.
The incident caused temporary traffic disruption, but emergency responders worked efficiently to ensure the area was safe for motorists. The situation was resolved by 1:02 AM, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
This incident underscores the importance of quick emergency response in maintaining public safety during vehicle collisions involving utility infrastructure. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when driving in areas with overhead power lines and to report any downed lines immediately to authorities.
For further updates on traffic incidents and safety information, residents are encouraged to follow local news sources and the California Highway Patrol.