A gray Honda Civic was struck by a fallen utility pole while traveling on Old Santa Cruz Highway near Holy City Road today in Los Gatos, CA. The incident occurred around 11:01 AM, when the utility pole unexpectedly collapsed onto the vehicle. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Emergency services and utility companies quickly responded to the scene to manage the situation. Both lanes of Old Santa Cruz Highway were closed to traffic while crews worked to remove the fallen pole and restore safety to the area. The roadway remained closed for several hours as utility lines were assessed and repaired.
By 3:58 PM, the roadway was reopened to traffic, although crews continued to address remaining issues related to the utility lines. The fallen pole was identified as a communication pole, and Frontier Communications was determined to be responsible for its maintenance.
Drivers in the area were advised to seek alternate routes during the closure to avoid delays. The swift response from emergency personnel helped to ensure that the situation was managed effectively, minimizing the potential for further complications.
The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to remain vigilant and cautious while traveling, especially in areas prone to unexpected hazards such as fallen utility poles.