Early Morning Collision Disrupts Sacramento Traffic

Traffic Collision on State Route 51 North in Sacramento, CA, Causes Minor Property Damage, No Injuries Reported

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: December 23, 2024 at 04:32 AM

🔄 Updated: December 23, 2024 at 05:03 AM

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Sacramento, December 23, 2024 -

A traffic collision occurred early this morning on State Route 51 North near the North Street off-ramp in Sacramento, CA. At approximately 3:44 AM, a white vehicle was involved in the incident, which resulted in the deployment of airbags. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

The collision caused minor property damage to a light pole. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, leading to the temporary closure of lane four to manage the situation. A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the vehicle involved.

By 4:00 AM, one and a half lanes were blocked due to the collision, prompting further coordination among responding units. The situation was handled efficiently, and by 4:22 AM, the roadway was cleared and reopened to traffic. All responding units were cleared from the scene shortly thereafter.

Motorists traveling in the area during the incident were advised to exercise caution as emergency services worked to resolve the situation. The prompt response from emergency personnel ensured minimal disruption to traffic flow and allowed for a swift resolution.

This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced.

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