A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of West Shaw Avenue and North 3rd Street in Kerman, CA, when a vehicle collided with a power pole. The incident took place around 3:50 PM and resulted in no reported injuries. The collision caused the power pole to break and lean onto the vehicle, leading to downed power lines in the area.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) was called to manage the downed lines and broken pole. By 4:45 PM, PG&E indicated that it would take several hours to safely remove the power pole and restore power to the affected area.
The involved vehicle was ultimately towed from the scene after the pole was removed. Traffic in the vicinity was impacted during the incident, with lane closures and potential delays as emergency crews worked to clear the area and ensure safety for motorists.
Authorities advise drivers to exercise caution when traveling through the area until all operations are complete. This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant while on the road.