Vehicle Crash Disrupts Traffic on San Andreas Road

Vehicle Collision with Gas and Water Lines Causes Property Damage in Watsonville, CA

📍 Watsonville, CA

📅 Published: December 4, 2024 at 10:04 AM

🔄 Updated: December 4, 2024 at 11:01 AM

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Watsonville, December 4, 2024 -

A traffic incident occurred today on San Andreas Road in Watsonville, CA, involving a single vehicle that collided with both a gas line and a water line. The incident took place at approximately 8:39 AM when the vehicle skidded off the road, resulting in a gas leak and property damage to two nearby homes.

Emergency services responded promptly to the scene to ensure safety. Fire crews were dispatched to handle the gas leak and confirmed that there was no active leak at the time. However, they indicated that repairs might require access through concrete to reach the source of the leak. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries associated with this incident.

Traffic was temporarily halted on San Andreas Road to facilitate the recovery of the vehicle, which was later towed from the scene. The collision also caused damage to a wooden post and a road sign.

Authorities reported that approximately five feet of fencing was damaged at one of the homes, while the second home was unoccupied at the time of the incident. The roadway has since been cleared, and traffic is now flowing normally. Residents are advised to remain cautious in the area as repairs continue.

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