A two-vehicle collision in San Jose led to a car crashing into a residence and severing a gas line, prompting the evacuation of 10 homes in the vicinity. This event occurred near North 11th and Washington Street, as reported by the San Jose Fire Department (SJFD) via their latest update. The incident occurred yesterday, and there was no active fire, but fire crews established hose lines as a precautionary measure.
#SJFD firefighters are on scene of a two-vehicle collision near N 11th St. and Washington St. One vehicle went into a home, severing a gas line. 10 homes have been evacuated. No active fire but hose lines set. Two ppl involved in accident transported. Avoid the area.TOC: 9:42pm pic.twitter.com/hU8Tipt44A
— San José Fire Dept. (@SJFD) May 6, 2025
Along with the evacuation, two individuals involved in the accident were quickly transported to nearby medical centers for treatment. The specifics of their injuries and present conditions remain unconfirmed as of the latest updates. In the wake of the accident, the SJFD has advised the public to avoid the area so that emergency responders can manage the scene and mitigate any potential hazards from the severed gas line…