A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of West Manning Avenue and South Walnut Avenue in Fresno, CA, involving three vehicles. The incident began when a white Dodge van collided with a telephone pole, while two other vehicles, including a Ford sedan, were involved in a separate roadway collision.
Emergency response teams quickly arrived on the scene to manage traffic and ensure safety. As a result of the collision, West Manning Avenue was closed in both directions, causing significant delays and congestion on surrounding roads, including South Walnut Avenue and 1182. Towing services were dispatched to remove the damaged vehicles and restore normal traffic flow.
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) crews were also called to address the downed telephone pole and restore power lines, further impacting traffic in the area. Motorists are advised to avoid the intersection and seek alternative routes to minimize delays during the ongoing emergency response efforts.
As the morning commute continues, drivers should expect backups and plan for extended travel times in the vicinity of the traffic incident. Authorities are working diligently to clear the scene and reopen the affected lanes as soon as possible.