A traffic incident occurred today at the intersection of Auburn Folsom Road and Horseshoe Bar Road in Loomis, CA, when a silver BMW collided with a power pole. The crash took place around 8:47 PM, resulting in significant damage to both the vehicle and the pole, which caused a power line to fall and block the roadway for several hours.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where it was reported that there were occupants inside the vehicle at the time of the collision. As a precaution, authorities initiated a fire response due to the potential hazards posed by the downed power line. Traffic was halted in the area, preventing vehicles from crossing the intersection while crews worked to stabilize the situation.
The roadway remained closed for an extended period, with a hard closure implemented from Tanglewood Way to Horseshoe Bar Road. Pacific Gas and Electric Company was notified to address the power line issue, and their estimated arrival time was approximately 30 minutes after the incident.
By 4:44 AM, the scene was deemed safe for vehicle removal, and a tow truck was dispatched to retrieve the BMW, which had come to rest approximately 15 feet off the roadway. The roadway is expected to remain closed for at least another hour and a half as cleanup efforts continue.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while the situation is being resolved.