Car Accident Disrupts Traffic on State Route 198

Solo Vehicle Drives Through Fence on State Route 198 East in Visalia, CA, No Injuries Reported

📍 Visalia, CA

📅 Published: January 12, 2025 at 11:33 PM

🔄 Updated: January 13, 2025 at 12:32 AM

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Visalia, January 12, 2025 -

A solo vehicle accident occurred today on State Route 198 East at Road 156 in Visalia, CA, when a car drove through a fence. The incident took place around 11:14 PM, involving one vehicle that became stuck after colliding with the fence. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the driver was attempting to exit the vehicle, which was lodged in the fence. A second vehicle with hazard lights activated was also present, indicating concern for the situation. The California Highway Patrol confirmed that the driver was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

By 11:25 PM, a tow truck was dispatched to extricate the vehicle from the fence. The situation was resolved without further complications, and the vehicle was successfully removed from the scene. However, it was noted that the chain-link fence was partially blocking Noble Avenue, which may have impacted traffic flow in the area.

Drivers in the vicinity were advised to exercise caution and be aware of potential delays due to the ongoing cleanup efforts. The incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices and the need for immediate assistance in the event of an accident.

Overall, the quick response from emergency services ensured that the situation was handled efficiently, allowing traffic to resume normal flow shortly after the incident was resolved.

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