A traffic collision involving a gray Jeep SUV and a utility pole occurred today at the intersection of West Woodbury Road and Lincoln Avenue in Altadena, CA. The incident took place around 4:26 PM and resulted in significant disruptions to local traffic and services.
The SUV collided with the light post, causing it to catch fire and block several lanes of traffic. Emergency services responded promptly, and the vehicle sustained major front-end damage, rendering it undriveable. A tow truck was requested to remove the damaged SUV from the scene.
As a result of the collision, a power outage affected traffic lights in the area, complicating navigation for drivers. The light post was reported to be sparking and smoking, prompting immediate action from fire services. Utility company representatives were notified and estimated a response time of approximately 30 minutes to address the power outage and assess the damage to the pole.
Authorities are advising motorists to exercise caution while traveling near West Woodbury Road and Lincoln Avenue due to ongoing lane blockages and potential traffic delays. The situation is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes until the area is cleared and power is restored.