A car crashed into a home in North Cambridge on Thursday afternoon, causing extensive damage to the residence, according to police.

The driver of a 2008 Chevy Silverado was taken to the hospital after crashing the car into a building on the 2200 block of Massachusetts Ave. at 12:47 p.m., according to officials.

Cambridge Police and Fire departments responded to the scene, temporarily shutting down Hollis Street following the incident.

The cause of the crash is under investigation, according Jeremy Warnick, communications director for the police. A light pole was also knocked down in the crash, and the building sustained more damage than the vehicle, Warnick said.

Several people near the scene reported the incident to police, Warnick said. Following the crash, the driver was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but was reportedly alert and conscious. No one was injured in the accident.

No further details are available at this time.

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