Water Spews from Broken Hydrant Following Crash in Encino

One Injured in Crash Between Truck and Car in Encino

A collision between a truck and a car in Encino on Tuesday left one person hospitalized and resulted in a dramatic water release after a fire hydrant was sheared off. The incident occurred around 3:47 p.m. at the intersection of Hayvenhurst Avenue and Calneva Drive, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

The crash led to a significant outpouring of water, flooding the street and sending jets of water into the air. Witnesses reported that the force of the impact caused the truck to overturn.

While the circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, authorities are actively investigating the incident. The current condition of the hospitalized individual and the nature of their injuries have not been disclosed.