A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of Ramirez Road and State Route 70 in Marysville, CA, involving a light truck that collided with a telephone pole. The incident happened around 6:10 AM when the truck was reportedly forced off the road by an unknown vehicle.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where they found the light truck inoperable due to the impact. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported from the collision. A tow truck was called to remove the vehicle from the roadway, allowing for the safe passage of other motorists.
The collision caused significant damage to the telephone pole, which was reported to be broken. Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) was notified about the damage and provided an estimated arrival time of 25 minutes to address the situation. Traffic was temporarily impacted, particularly in the westbound lanes of State Route 70, as emergency crews worked to manage the scene.
By approximately 7:41 AM, the situation was resolved, and the roadway was cleared. Authorities are advising drivers to remain cautious in the area as cleanup efforts continue. Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid potential delays.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance while driving.