A single-vehicle incident occurred today on State Route 88 in Kirkwood, CA, when a vehicle struck a rock that had rolled into the roadway. The collision took place at approximately 4:06 PM, resulting in transmission damage to the vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
Emergency services were dispatched promptly to the scene. Upon arrival, they confirmed that the driver was unharmed and did not require medical attention. The vehicle sustained significant transmission damage and was unable to continue on its own, necessitating a tow.
A tow service was assigned to the scene shortly after the incident was reported. By 4:14 PM, the tow service was confirmed, and at 4:48 PM, they provided an estimated time of arrival of about 20 minutes. The situation was managed efficiently, and by 4:54 PM, the roadway was cleared, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the potential hazards that can arise from debris on the roadway. Drivers are reminded to remain vigilant and cautious, especially in areas where rocks or other obstacles may pose a risk to safe driving.
Authorities are currently investigating whether the rock that caused the collision is still present on the roadway. The incident occurred on the Amador County side of State Route 88, near the spur, and officials are taking steps to ensure the area is safe for motorists.
In summary, today’s traffic incident on State Route 88 in Kirkwood, CA, involved a single vehicle hitting a rock, resulting in no injuries but requiring a tow for the damaged vehicle. The quick response from emergency services ensured that the roadway was cleared swiftly, minimizing disruption to traffic.