A solo vehicle crash occurred early this morning at the intersection of Antelope Road and Antelope North Road in Sacramento, CA. The incident took place around 2:34 AM when a vehicle collided with a light pole, causing significant damage to both the pole and the vehicle. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where they found the vehicle smoking, likely due to radiator issues. The light pole was cracked in half, exposing wires and creating a potential hazard in the area.
Traffic was impacted as emergency crews worked to manage the situation. A tow truck was called to remove the damaged vehicle, and utility crews were notified to address the damaged light pole. The power company estimated a 40-minute response time to the scene.
Motorists were advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area, as lane closures were implemented to facilitate the response and cleanup efforts. The situation was resolved without any reported injuries, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow shortly after the incident was cleared.
This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to remain vigilant and cautious, especially during nighttime driving conditions.