A traffic collision involving a single vehicle occurred today on the westbound side of U.S. Highway 50, near Eight Mile Road in Camino, CA. The incident took place at approximately 9:42 PM when a gray Ford Edge collided with a deer, causing significant damage that rendered the vehicle undriveable.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, and fortunately, there were no reported injuries. The Ford Edge was found on the right-hand side of the highway with its hazard lights activated, alerting other motorists to the situation.
A tow truck was requested to remove the damaged vehicle from the roadway. However, there were initial difficulties in locating the tow truck, which delayed its arrival. By around 10:15 PM, the tow truck was confirmed to be en route to assist with the vehicle's removal.
This incident highlights the importance of driver awareness, particularly in areas where wildlife may cross roadways. The California Highway Patrol encourages motorists to remain vigilant and prepared for unexpected encounters with animals on the road.
While the scene was managed, there were no significant lane closures reported, and traffic flow has since returned to normal.