A traffic collision occurred today involving a white Toyota Yaris and a pole at the intersection of Road 25 and Avenue 10 in Madera, CA, around 4:00 PM. The vehicle was found approximately 10 feet from the roadway, with the pole leaning and detached due to the impact. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and a tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicle, which was not drivable following the collision. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) was notified about the leaning pole, which posed a potential hazard. PG&E estimated a 30-minute arrival time to address the situation, later updating their arrival to approximately 20 minutes.
To ensure public safety, local authorities initiated a hard closure of Avenue 10 at Avenue 9, affecting traffic flow in the area. This closure was necessary to facilitate the safe removal of the damaged pole and vehicle and to protect the public from any potential hazards associated with the downed pole.
Drivers in the vicinity are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid delays. The situation is being managed by emergency services, and updates will be provided as they become available.