Vehicle Stuck on Embankment Disrupts Traffic

Traffic Collision on State Route 74 in Lake Elsinore Involves Vehicle Off Roadway

📍 Lake Elsinore, CA

📅 Published: February 13, 2025 at 08:37 PM

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Lake Elsinore, February 13, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 74 near the Candy Store in Lake Elsinore, California, involving a small gray two-door vehicle that went off the roadway and became stuck on an embankment. Emergency services responded to the incident shortly after it was reported at approximately 7:26 PM.

Witnesses indicated that only the tail lights of the vehicle were visible from the roadway, suggesting it was in a precarious position. By 7:31 PM, reports confirmed that a person was stuck in traffic and unable to turn around due to the incident. The vehicle was confirmed to be running but was not drivable, prompting the call for a tow truck, which arrived shortly after.

As emergency responders worked at the scene, the vehicle was observed teetering on the embankment, raising concerns about its stability. The tow truck was estimated to arrive around 7:58 PM to assist in safely removing the vehicle from its precarious position.

The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time. The incident has caused disruptions in traffic flow in the area, and drivers are advised to exercise caution and be aware of potential delays as emergency services manage the situation. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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