A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of State Route 178 and Pinto Street in China Lake Acres, CA, involving two vehicles. The incident was reported around 11:58 AM, with one vehicle being a Nissan Versa that sustained rear-end damage. The other vehicle, described as a gray sedan, remained at the scene.
Due to the collision, there were partial lane closures affecting the eastbound lanes of State Route 178, which also impacted the turn lane at the intersection. Emergency services were dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow. Units were assigned to the incident to ensure the area was cleared efficiently.
Motorists traveling through the area during the morning commute may have experienced delays and congestion as a result of the traffic incident. A tow truck was called to remove the damaged Nissan Versa from the scene, further affecting traffic flow.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution when navigating this intersection and to anticipate potential backups as the situation is resolved. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the traffic incident to ensure safety and restore normal traffic patterns as quickly as possible.