A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the southbound Interstate 5 freeway near the Smokey Bear Road on-ramp in Lebec, California. The incident began when a gray sedan overturned, resulting in a chain reaction involving two additional vehicles: a black Toyota pickup truck and a gray Toyota Corolla.
Emergency services were alerted to the scene at approximately 6:34 AM. The California Highway Patrol and Los Angeles County Fire Department responded quickly to the incident. Upon arrival, responders discovered that one individual had sustained injuries and required transportation to Henry Mayo Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
All three vehicles involved in the collision were rendered undriveable due to the extent of the damage. The gray sedan reportedly collided with a guardrail, while the black Toyota pickup truck and the gray Toyota Corolla were also impacted in the multi-vehicle crash. As a result, a tow truck was requested to remove the damaged vehicles from the scene.
Traffic on the southbound Interstate 5 freeway experienced significant delays, with multiple lanes closed to facilitate emergency response and vehicle recovery efforts. The California Highway Patrol worked diligently to manage the situation and ensure the safety of all motorists in the area.
By 7:21 AM, it was reported that the freeway tow service was unable to meet their estimated time of arrival, prompting the dispatch of an additional tow truck to assist with the recovery of the vehicles involved. The vehicles were ultimately towed away due to the severity of the damage sustained during the collision.
Motorists traveling in the area are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the incident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.