A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the intersection of South Orange Avenue and East American Avenue in Fresno, CA. The incident took place around 4:37 PM and involved a white Ford pickup and a white Ford Ram. Both vehicles collided and subsequently struck two utility poles, causing significant damage.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where both vehicles were found to be undriveable and required towing. While initial reports suggested no injuries, the final classification indicated unknown injuries, necessitating traffic control measures due to debris on the roadway.
The collision resulted in damage to a phone line pole and a power pole, prompting utility companies to be notified for repairs. PG&E reported an estimated arrival time of 30 minutes to assess the damage, while AT&T also indicated that their pole would need replacement.
Traffic control was established at the intersection, leading to a hard closure of South Orange Avenue and East American Avenue. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes as cleanup and repairs are expected to take several hours. The situation remains dynamic, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Drivers are urged to exercise caution in the area and stay alert for ongoing utility work and traffic delays.