A traffic collision involving a black Chevrolet pickup truck and a telephone pole occurred today on westbound State Route 168 near North Newmark Avenue in Clovis, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 9:31 AM, resulting in downed power lines that caused significant traffic disruption in the area.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the pickup truck collided with the pole. The impact caused power lines to fall across the lanes of traffic, leading to a complete halt of vehicles on westbound State Route 168. Initial reports indicated that the wires were arcing upon impact, but they were confirmed to be safe shortly thereafter. The status of any injuries remains unknown.
By 10:33 AM, a tow truck was called to remove the vehicle from the scene. Crews from Pacific Gas and Electric Company were notified and estimated a 20-minute arrival time to address the downed lines. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as cleanup efforts continue.
This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to exercise caution when navigating near utility poles and to be aware of potential hazards on the road.