A single-vehicle collision occurred late last night in Riverside, California, when a silver pickup truck crashed into a light post at the intersection of Main Street and Transit Avenue. The incident was reported at approximately 10:30 PM and was confirmed shortly thereafter.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and Cal Fire, were dispatched to the scene at 10:35 PM. Upon arrival, responders found that the vehicle had sustained significant damage, and the light post was leaning due to the impact. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the collision.
A request for a tow truck was made at 10:50 PM to remove the damaged pickup truck from the roadway. The California Highway Patrol reported that the vehicle was towed away from the scene at 2:13 AM, after additional resources were requested earlier in the night at 12:37 AM.
Traffic in the area was impacted during the incident, with some lanes temporarily closed while emergency responders worked to clear the scene. Multiple units from both the California Highway Patrol and Cal Fire were involved in managing the situation, ensuring the safety of the public and the efficient removal of the vehicle.
The collision also caused damage to the Edison power pole, which was reported at 10:57 PM. Utility crews were notified to assess the situation and make any necessary repairs to restore power and safety in the area.
By 11:15 PM, some emergency units began to clear the scene, indicating that the situation was under control. However, the full clearance of all units did not occur until early morning hours, ensuring that all necessary precautions were taken.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially in urban areas where collisions can lead to significant property damage and potential hazards for other road users.