Van Swerves To Avoid Hitting Animal, Crashes Into Utility Pole In Carmichael

CARMICHAEL (CBS13) — No injuries have been reported after an early morning crash that saw a rental van hit a telephone pole in Carmichael on Thursday.

The crash happened a little after 3 a.m. along the 4800 block of Manzanita Avenue.

California Highway Patrol says the van driver reported that they tried to avoid hitting an animal in the road, leading the vehicle to strike the pole.

SMUD crews are now checking on the damage to the pole.

One lane of traffic along Manzanita Avenue was closed through the early morning hours.