Vehicle Over Embankment Causes Brief Traffic Hazard

Vehicle Over Embankment in Mariposa, CA, No Injuries Reported

📍 Mariposa, CA

📅 Published: December 6, 2024 at 08:02 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Mariposa, CA
Mariposa, December 6, 2024 -

A traffic collision occurred today at 4800 Hirsch Road in Mariposa, California, when a vehicle went over an embankment and became stuck in mud. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene at approximately 6:37 PM. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

Witnesses indicated that a male individual was attempting to exit the vehicle after it slid down the embankment. The vehicle's nose was partially protruding into the roadway, creating a potential hazard for passing motorists. Emergency responders quickly assessed the situation and determined that a tow truck was necessary to remove the vehicle from the muddy terrain.

By 6:48 PM, a tow truck was dispatched to assist in the recovery operation. The vehicle was successfully towed from the scene, and by 7:24 PM, the area was cleared of debris. Emergency crews also noted that two black and yellow wet roadway signs were displaced at the base, which may require further attention.

Drivers in the area were advised to exercise caution as the situation unfolded, but no significant traffic delays were reported. The prompt response from emergency services ensured that the incident was managed efficiently, allowing for a swift return to normal traffic flow on Hirsch Road.

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