A significant traffic collision occurred early this morning in Lancaster, CA, involving at least one vehicle and resulting in major damage and road closures. The incident took place at the intersection of E Avenue H and 50th Street East at approximately 2:38 AM.
Emergency services were dispatched promptly, with units arriving on the scene by 2:54 AM. Upon arrival, responders discovered a downed utility pole and a vehicle that had sustained substantial damage, located in a dirt field nearby. The vehicle's final status regarding whether it was towed or remained drivable has not been clarified in the reports.
Multiple units from the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to manage the situation. The downed pole posed an immediate hazard, necessitating urgent action. Towing services were requested to assist with the damaged vehicle, and road closures were implemented to ensure the safety of both emergency personnel and the public.
By 3:25 AM, officials announced a hard closure of Avenue H between 50th Street East and 47th Street East, with an estimated duration of approximately two hours for the closure. Updates indicated that the estimated time for the road to reopen could extend to two hours, depending on the management of the situation.
While initial reports indicated that injuries were unknown, no specific injuries were detailed in later updates. Emergency responders continued to monitor the situation until at least 4:30 AM, working diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while cleanup efforts are underway. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.