A single vehicle collision occurred today at 8755 Winter Gardens Blvd in Winter Gardens, CA, when a truck collided with a power pole, resulting in a fire and downed power lines. Emergency services responded promptly, with firefighters arriving shortly after the incident was reported around 11:08 PM.
The impact caused the power pole to ignite, creating hazardous conditions as power lines fell across the roadway. Traffic control measures were quickly established to ensure the safety of motorists in the area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident.
A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the removal of the vehicle, which had pulled over after the collision. San Diego Gas & Electric was notified to address the downed power lines and assess the damage to the electrical infrastructure.
Traffic disruptions were noted as emergency crews managed the scene, and signage was put in place to redirect vehicles away from the affected area. As of early morning, crews continued to work on restoring power and clearing the roadway for safe passage.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes until the situation is fully resolved. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.