Vehicle Plunges Down Embankment, Traffic Disrupted

Traffic Collision Involving Vehicle Down Embankment Near U.S. Highway 50 and Kyburz Drive in Kyburz, CA

📍 Kyburz, CA

📅 Published: January 6, 2025 at 08:03 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Kyburz, CA
Kyburz, January 6, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today involving a vehicle that went down an embankment near the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Kyburz Drive in Kyburz, CA. Emergency services responded to the scene shortly after the incident was reported around 7:00 PM.

The reporting party, who remained with their vehicle, indicated potential visibility issues due to a dying battery, which could have affected the vehicle's lights. This situation raised concerns about the vehicle being less visible to passing motorists.

Fire units were dispatched to the scene as a precaution, and a tow truck was arranged to assist with the recovery of the vehicle. By approximately 7:13 PM, it was confirmed that the vehicle had gone down the embankment, prompting further emergency response.

The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as emergency crews work to clear the scene, which may result in temporary lane closures or traffic disruptions.

This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to ensure their vehicles are in good working order to prevent similar occurrences on the road.

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