Traffic Hazard at Elk Valley Road and Steeps Lane: Driver Hits Tree but No Damage Reported, Lane Blocked - CHP on Scene

AI SUMMARY: A traffic hazard was reported at the intersection of Elk Valley Road and Steeps Lane at 7:57 AM. The dispatch log indicated that a tree was blocking the road, and at 7:58 AM, the reporting party stated that they had struck the tree. Fortunately, there was no damage to the vehicle. The tree was in the eastbound lane. The California Highway Patrol contacted Caltrans Roadside Service (CORDS) at 8:02 AM for assistance.

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7:57 a.m.
[2] TREE 1125
7:58 a.m.
[3] RP STATED THAT HE HIT THE TREE
7:58 a.m.
[6] NEG DAMG TO VEH
7:59 a.m.
[7] TREE EB LN
8:02 a.m.
[12] 1039 CORDS

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