Vehicle Hydroplanes, Causes Traffic Disruptions in Pleasant Grove

Single-Vehicle Hydroplaning Incident on Pleasant Grove Road in Pleasant Grove, CA, No Injuries Reported

📍 Pleasant Grove, CA

📅 Published: December 15, 2024 at 09:33 PM

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Pleasant Grove, December 15, 2024 -

A single-vehicle incident occurred today on Pleasant Grove Road at the intersection with Nicolaus Avenue in Pleasant Grove, CA, when a vehicle hydroplaned and collided with a ditch and fence. The incident took place around 8:50 PM, prompting a rapid response from emergency services. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.

As the vehicle hydroplaned, it became partially submerged in several inches of water flowing across the roadway. Emergency personnel quickly arrived on the scene and determined that one individual was unable to exit the vehicle due to the water levels. Fire services were called in to assist with the extraction.

By approximately 9:13 PM, the California Highway Patrol confirmed that there were no injuries associated with the incident. A tow truck was dispatched to remove the vehicle, which was reported to be three feet off the roadway and partially submerged.

Traffic in the area was affected due to the emergency response and the vehicle's position, but the situation was managed effectively without major disruptions. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area, particularly during inclement weather conditions that can lead to hydroplaning and other hazardous driving situations.

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