Traffic Collision Disrupts Route 14 in Palmdale

Traffic Collision on State Route 14 North in Palmdale, CA Involves Disabled Vehicle

📍 Palmdale, CA

📅 Published: December 9, 2024 at 03:00 AM

🔄 Updated: December 9, 2024 at 05:30 AM

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Palmdale, December 9, 2024 -

A traffic collision occurred early this morning on State Route 14 North near South Avenue N in Palmdale, CA, involving two vehicles. The incident was reported around 1:33 AM when a gray Toyota Camry was found disabled and facing sideways in the first lane. Emergency services were alerted to the vehicle, which was smoking and leaking gasoline.

Witnesses reported that other vehicles were merging to the right to avoid the disabled Camry. A newer model Honda was also identified at the scene, partially blocking the left lane, although its condition remains unclear.

The California Highway Patrol responded promptly, changing the incident classification from a disabled vehicle report to a traffic collision with unknown injuries shortly after 1:46 AM. A good Samaritan assisted the driver of the Toyota Camry.

To ensure safety and manage traffic flow, a traffic break was implemented near Avenue S. A tow truck was called to remove the gray Toyota Camry from the scene. The status of the other vehicle remains uncertain.

Drivers in the area should expect potential delays as the situation is resolved. Authorities are working to clear the roadway and restore normal traffic conditions.

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