A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the intersection of Fruitridge Road and Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard in Lemon Hill, CA. The incident took place around 1:37 PM, when a blue 2004 Mazda RX8 collided with a green Dodge minivan. Initial reports indicated unknown injuries, but further assessment confirmed that the injuries were minor.
The collision caused significant damage to the green minivan, particularly to its front axle, necessitating the arrival of a tow truck to remove it from the scene. Emergency services responded quickly, ensuring the situation was managed effectively. By 1:50 PM, a tow truck was on-site to assist with the removal of the damaged minivan, and a second tow truck was called shortly after for the Mazda RX8.
Traffic was impacted as both eastbound and westbound lanes were blocked due to the collision. By 1:53 PM, traffic was able to pass through the area, albeit with some delays as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. The situation was further resolved by 2:14 PM when the second tow truck arrived to assist with the Mazda RX8.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts continue. While the incident caused temporary disruptions, the prompt response from emergency services helped minimize further traffic issues.