A traffic collision occurred this morning at the intersection of Powerline Road and 6th Avenue in Olivehurst, CA, involving a single red pickup truck. The incident took place around 5:19 AM when the vehicle struck a pole and a tree, resulting in a fire shortly after the impact. Emergency response units quickly arrived to manage the situation and ensure safety in the area.
The collision led to lane closures on the northbound side of Powerline Road, causing significant traffic delays and congestion during the morning commute. A tow truck was dispatched to the scene to remove the damaged vehicle, which was cleared by approximately 7:19 AM, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
In addition to the vehicle response, utility crews were notified due to damage to a power pole. Pacific Gas and Electric was contacted to assess the situation, with technicians expected to arrive shortly to address the damage.
Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the backup caused by the traffic incident. By the time the roadway was reopened, traffic patterns had begun to normalize, alleviating the congestion experienced earlier in the morning.