A serious incident occurred today in Anaheim, CA, when a black Ford vehicle struck a pedestrian at 10911 Gilbert Street around 7:17 PM. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, and due to the nature of the incident, the coroner's office and hazmat teams were called to assist.
As emergency personnel managed the situation, all lanes near the incident site were closed to traffic, leading to significant disruptions in the area. The California Highway Patrol issued a Sig Alert at approximately 11:52 PM, indicating that all lanes would remain closed while the investigation and cleanup efforts were underway.
A tow truck was dispatched to remove the vehicle involved in the collision. Hazmat teams were also requested to assist with the cleanup, with an estimated arrival time of about one and a half hours after the incident.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. The community is advised to avoid the area as traffic delays are expected to continue while the investigation and cleanup operations proceed.
This event highlights the critical importance of road safety for both drivers and pedestrians. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.