A solo vehicle accident occurred early this morning on State Route 91 West in Riverside, CA, resulting in the vehicle going into a ditch. The incident took place around 3:54 AM near Magnolia Avenue, prompting a rapid response from emergency services.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the vehicle appears to have come from the westbound lanes of State Route 91 and landed in a ditch at the Paseos. Emergency services, including the Riverside Police Department and fire services, were dispatched shortly after the accident was reported. By 4:00 AM, recovery operations were underway, and the situation was reclassified to indicate that an ambulance was en route.
Fortunately, there were no reported injuries associated with this incident. However, the vehicle was deemed undriveable and was in the process of being recovered by emergency personnel. To ensure safety for both responders and passing motorists, fire services blocked the slow lane and later held all lanes to facilitate recovery efforts.
Traffic in the area was impacted as lanes were closed during the recovery operations. Motorists traveling on State Route 91 West should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes while the situation is being resolved.
The cause of the accident remains unclear, and further investigations may be conducted to determine the circumstances that led to the vehicle leaving the roadway. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as necessary.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced. Drivers are encouraged to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.