A serious traffic incident occurred today at the intersection of State Route 25 and Briggs Road in Hollister, CA, when a Honda vehicle rolled over after hitting a telephone pole. The collision, reported at approximately 2:50 PM, resulted in the vehicle catching fire and becoming fully engulfed in flames.
Emergency services, including CALFIRE, quickly responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found the vehicle on its side, with flames consuming it and nearby electrical wires also on fire. Firefighters acted swiftly to extinguish the blaze and secure the area.
There were two occupants in the vehicle at the time of the incident, but the status of their injuries remains unknown. Fortunately, no other vehicles were involved in the collision, and there were no reports of additional individuals being trapped inside the burning vehicle.
Traffic in the area was impacted due to the incident, leading to lane closures to facilitate emergency response efforts. A tow truck was called to remove the vehicle, which was deemed undriveable following the accident.
Authorities are advising motorists to exercise caution when traveling through the area as cleanup efforts continue. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and awareness.