A traffic collision occurred today on Elverta Road off State Route 99 North in Rio Linda, California, resulting in a vehicle ending up in a ditch. Emergency services, including the fire department and California Highway Patrol, responded to the scene at approximately 1:42 PM.
The incident involved at least one vehicle that was confirmed to be non-drivable and required towing. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries associated with this collision, allowing emergency personnel to focus on managing the situation effectively.
Upon arrival, emergency responders took precautionary measures, including starting a fire for safety reasons. The California Highway Patrol initially classified the incident as a traffic collision with unknown injuries, but later confirmed that an ambulance was en route, despite no injuries being reported.
A tow truck was arranged to assist in removing the vehicle from the ditch, and the fire department was also present to provide necessary support. The situation was complicated by a previous collision in the area, which may have contributed to the confusion regarding the number of vehicles involved.
Traffic in the vicinity was impacted as emergency services worked to clear the scene. Drivers were advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes while the situation was being resolved. The California Highway Patrol and fire department personnel worked diligently to ensure the safety of all involved and to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.
As the situation was managed, local authorities reminded drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.