A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound Interstate 5 freeway near Magnolia Avenue in Anaheim, California. The incident took place around 6:04 PM and involved a white Lexus SUV and a box truck. The Lexus impacted the left side of the box truck, raising concerns about potential injuries; however, no specific injuries were reported.
Emergency services responded promptly to manage the situation, with the California Highway Patrol arriving shortly after the incident was reported. By 6:20 PM, it was confirmed that the white Lexus was blocking the high-occupancy vehicle lane, necessitating immediate action to clear the roadway.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of both vehicles. By 6:34 PM, all vehicles were successfully moved to the high-occupancy vehicle general purpose lane, allowing traffic to resume more smoothly. The box truck was confirmed to be involved in the collision and was subsequently towed from the scene, while the Lexus was also removed shortly thereafter.
Traffic was impacted during the incident, but the quick response from emergency services helped mitigate further disruptions. The scene was fully cleared by 6:54 PM, allowing normal traffic patterns to resume on the northbound Interstate 5 freeway.
While the exact cause of the collision remains under investigation, authorities encourage drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices on California's busy roadways.
Updates may be provided regarding any further details surrounding the collision as investigations continue.