A major traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of State Route 178 and Elizabeth Norris Road Off-Ramp in Lake Isabella, CA. The incident was reported around 6:30 PM, involving a vehicle that went off the road and down an embankment, resulting in a fire.
Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene to address the situation. The vehicle was reported to be approximately 30 feet down the embankment, and fire crews were dispatched to extinguish the flames. As a precaution, the number two lane of State Route 178 has been closed to facilitate recovery efforts.
A tow truck was requested to assist with the recovery of the vehicle, which is expected to require a significant amount of cable due to its location. The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time.
Traffic in the area has been affected, with delays anticipated as emergency responders work to clear the scene. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid congestion while recovery operations are underway.
Further updates will be provided regarding the reopening of the road and any additional information about the incident as it becomes available.