A hit-and-run incident occurred today at the intersection of Road 80 and Avenue 360 in Kingsburg, CA, involving two vehicles: a green Ford Explorer and an unidentified vehicle. The California Highway Patrol received reports of the incident around 12:37 PM, indicating that an unknown vehicle had entered a canal on the west side of the roadway.
Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the focus remained on the hit-and-run aspect of the situation. A tow truck was called to assist with the green Ford Explorer, which was involved in the incident.
By 2:04 PM, the roadway was cleared, allowing traffic to return to normal. The California Highway Patrol later updated the incident classification from a general traffic collision to a hit-and-run with no injuries.
Motorists in the area were advised to exercise caution as emergency services worked to manage the situation. The prompt response from the California Highway Patrol and other emergency personnel ensured that the incident was handled efficiently, minimizing disruption to traffic flow in Kingsburg.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the responsibility of drivers to remain at the scene of an accident.