A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 710 South near the North Long Beach Boulevard off-ramp in Long Beach, CA. The incident took place at approximately 11:51 AM, involving two vehicles: a gray Nissan Altima and a semi-truck. The Nissan Altima spun out and blocked multiple lanes of traffic.
Emergency services were dispatched promptly, arriving on the scene by 12:04 PM. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the occupants of either vehicle. However, the Nissan Altima sustained significant front-end damage due to the collision, necessitating a tow.
By 11:53 AM, the driver and passenger of the Nissan had exited the vehicle and moved to the roadside. Traffic was impacted during this time as the lanes remained blocked. A city tow service was requested at 12:10 PM, with an estimated arrival time of 15 minutes.
The vehicles were moved to the roadside by 12:11 PM, partially clearing the slow lane for other traffic. The incident was reopened for further assessment at 1:00 PM, and by 1:17 PM, the city tow service arrived on the scene. However, complications arose regarding the vehicle keys, which delayed the towing process.
This incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices, particularly in conditions that can lead to loss of vehicle control. Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic laws to prevent similar occurrences.
As the investigation continues, drivers in the area are advised to exercise caution and expect potential delays as cleanup efforts proceed. The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation and will provide updates as necessary.