A traffic collision involving a vehicle and a deer occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Sugar Pine Road in Weed, California. The incident took place around 11:21 PM when the driver collided with the deer. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the driver was able to exit the vehicle with minimal assistance.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the collision, and a tow truck was called to remove the damaged vehicle. The deer was located on the right-hand side of the highway, and the area was cleared promptly.
While the incident briefly affected traffic flow, there were no significant lane closures reported, allowing vehicles to resume normal movement shortly after the vehicle was towed.
Motorists are reminded to stay vigilant while driving, particularly during nighttime hours when wildlife may be more active near roadways. This incident highlights the importance of being cautious in areas where wildlife crossings are common.
The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to remain alert and drive safely to prevent similar incidents in the future. Overall, the situation was resolved efficiently, with no injuries reported and traffic returning to normal quickly.