A serious multi-vehicle collision occurred today at approximately 2:42 PM on State Route 60 East near Fairway Drive in the City of Industry, CA. The incident involved seven to eight vehicles, including a GMC Terrain, Ford F150, Jeep, white Toyota Highlander, blue Ford pickup, and a Toyota Sienna.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and the local fire department, responded swiftly to the scene. The collision resulted in significant blockage of the High Occupancy Vehicle lane, prompting a change in the incident classification to "Traffic Collision - Ambulance Enroute." While the reports did not specify the extent of injuries, the situation was serious enough to require immediate attention from emergency responders.
Witnesses reported that the collision began with a white Toyota Highlander colliding with a blue Ford pickup, leading to a chain reaction involving multiple vehicles. By 4:03 PM, emergency crews had managed to clear some vehicles, but several remained blocking the High Occupancy Vehicle lane.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles, including a gray Chrysler Pacifica that was confirmed to be towed from the scene. The California Highway Patrol worked diligently to ensure the safe removal of the vehicles and to clear the roadway for other motorists.
As a result of this incident, traffic in the area was significantly impacted, with delays expected as emergency services continued to manage the scene. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the situation is fully resolved.
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the potential consequences of multi-vehicle collisions. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.