A traffic collision involving a minivan and a power pole occurred early this morning at 99 South McCall Avenue in Sanger, CA. The incident took place around 1:11 AM, resulting in the power pole leaning and a transformer blowing out. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene to manage the situation.
One occupant was present in the minivan at the time of the collision, but the extent of any injuries remains unknown. Due to the severity of the incident, the roadway has been closed for safety and repair efforts. Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) has been notified and is on-site to address the downed power lines and stabilize the pole.
Traffic has been significantly impacted, with a hard closure in place for both directions on McCall Avenue at the intersection with State Route 180. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the situation is resolved.
The minivan will require towing, but this will only occur once the power pole has been stabilized. The closure is expected to remain in effect for several hours as crews work to restore power and clear the roadway. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.