A hit-and-run incident involving a white truck with a trailer occurred today at the intersection of South Blaker Road and West Main Street in Turlock, CA. The collision happened around 5:03 PM when the truck collided with a power pole, causing damage to the vehicle's front bumper and resulting in a missing headlight. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. Fire crews and utility services were notified shortly after the incident, as the power pole was leaning dangerously. Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) and Turlock Irrigation District (TID) were called in to address the situation, with TID estimating a 40-minute arrival time.
To ensure public safety, authorities closed South Blaker Road at West Main Street and South Blaker Road at Linwood Avenue while the situation was managed. The fire department cleared the area by 6:26 PM, and the incident was fully resolved by 6:47 PM.
While the truck sustained damage, it remains unclear whether it was drivable or required towing. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and adherence to traffic laws to prevent such occurrences in the future.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts were underway following the incident.