A serious traffic incident occurred early this morning on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near Lake Hughes Road in Castaic, CA. The collision, which took place around 1:34 AM, involved two large vehicles: a jackknifed semi-truck and a construction cement truck. This incident resulted in significant lane blockages and prompted the issuance of a SIGALERT.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and fire units, responded promptly to the scene. Upon arrival, they found that the jackknifed semi-truck was blocking multiple lanes, specifically the first three left lanes. To ensure the safety of all involved, traffic was stopped.
Injuries were reported, but the specifics regarding the extent and nature of these injuries remain unspecified. The situation required a hard closure of the freeway for approximately three hours, causing considerable traffic disruption in the area. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles, which were not drivable.
At approximately 1:56 AM, officials issued a SIGALERT, indicating that the first three lanes would be closed for an extended period while emergency services managed the situation. The slow lane remained open to allow some traffic to continue moving, although delays were anticipated.
As of the latest updates, emergency services were actively working to clear the scene, with towing services estimated to arrive shortly after the initial report. The California Highway Patrol is advising motorists to seek alternative routes and exercise caution while traveling in the area.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the quick response of emergency services in managing traffic collisions. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.