Single-Vehicle Crash Disrupts Traffic on I-5

Single-Vehicle Incident on Interstate 5 in Sacramento, CA, Resolved Without Injuries

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: December 14, 2024 at 07:01 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, December 14, 2024 -

A single-vehicle incident occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the West El Camino Avenue on-ramp in Sacramento, CA. At approximately 5:32 AM, a red Dodge Charger lost control and ended up in a ditch. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. Initial reports indicated the need for an ambulance; however, this was later updated to confirm that there were no injuries involved. The vehicle was located approximately 20 feet off the roadway, with its cabin lights on, indicating it was unattended.

Traffic was affected as emergency personnel worked to manage the situation and ensure safety. The California Highway Patrol coordinated efforts to arrange for a tow truck to remove the vehicle from the ditch. By 6:32 AM, the situation was under control, and the roadway was cleared for normal traffic flow.

Motorists traveling on Interstate 5 in Sacramento are advised to drive cautiously, especially in adverse weather conditions that may contribute to similar incidents. The swift response from emergency services ensured that the situation was resolved without further complications.

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