A significant traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of Millerton Road and Marina Drive in Friant, CA, involving one vehicle, a MAR SUV, which ended up on its side. The incident, reported around 4:58 PM, led to severe roadway impact, prompting the closure of both sides of Millerton Road. Emergency traffic management units were dispatched to the scene to control the situation.
As a result of the traffic incident, motorists experienced delays and congestion in the area, with traffic being diverted away from the intersection. The vehicle sustained considerable damage and was reported to be smoking, necessitating a quick response from emergency services to secure the area. Authorities established a hard closure at the Millerton entrance due to downed power lines and a power pole involved in the collision.
Drivers are advised to avoid the Millerton Road area and seek alternate routes to minimize delays. The situation is being monitored, and updates will be provided as they become available. This traffic collision serves as a reminder for drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic management instructions to ensure safety for all road users.