A traffic collision involving a gray Honda Civic occurred today at the intersection of State Route 175 and Maple Shadows Drive in Middletown, CA. The incident took place around 4:57 PM when the vehicle collided with a power pole. Emergency services responded promptly, and while there were occupants in the vehicle, the status of their injuries is currently unknown.
The impact caused significant damage to the power pole, which was found cracked at both the top and bottom. Fortunately, no other vehicles were involved in the incident, and airbags did not deploy. Witnesses reported hearing the crash and rushed to check on the occupants.
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection arrived on the scene to assess the situation. They confirmed that there were no downed power lines or additional hazards present. A tow truck was requested to remove the damaged vehicle, and after initial tow requests were canceled, a private service was utilized to tow the Honda Civic.
Traffic in the area may have been affected during the response and clean-up efforts, but specific lane closures were not reported. Authorities are working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and awareness while driving, especially at busy intersections.