A single-vehicle collision with a telephone pole occurred today at 8383 Silverado Trail in Napa, CA, resulting in downed power lines but no injuries reported. The incident took place at approximately 3:55 PM when the vehicle struck the pole, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
Emergency services were dispatched within a minute of the collision, and units arrived on the scene at 4:34 PM. They assessed the situation and coordinated with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) regarding the power line issues caused by the accident. PG&E was contacted shortly after and estimated a 30-minute arrival time to address the downed lines.
To ensure public safety and manage traffic, emergency responders implemented a hard closure of Silverado Trail, which was announced at 5:15 PM. The closure affected all lanes at the intersections of Silverado Trail and Skellinger, as well as Silverado Trail and Stage Gulch (State Route 128). This closure was necessary for approximately two to three hours to facilitate the removal of the vehicle and the repair of the power lines.
A tow truck was dispatched to the scene at 6:29 PM to remove the vehicle, and by 6:34 PM, emergency units were cleared from the area. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the driver was able to exit the vehicle safely.
This incident underscores the importance of a swift response from emergency services in managing traffic incidents and ensuring public safety. The effective coordination between local authorities and utility companies like PG&E played a crucial role in addressing the aftermath of the collision.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while the road remains closed for repairs. Updates on the situation will be provided as they become available.