A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near Sand Canyon Road in Irvine, California. The incident was reported at approximately 1:28 PM when emergency services were alerted to a driver found lying in the lanes, indicating potential injuries.
Emergency responders from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and local fire department quickly arrived at the scene. Two of the vehicles involved were moved to the right shoulder to ensure safety and allow traffic to flow more smoothly. A third vehicle was towed from the scene as part of the response efforts.
Traffic cameras indicated that while most lanes were open, there was a temporary lane closure near the incident site. The presence of a driver lying in the lanes raised concerns about injuries, and it is likely that medical attention was required, although specific details regarding the extent of injuries were not available.
By 2:31 PM, the situation was resolved, and all emergency units were cleared from the scene. The quick response from emergency services helped to minimize the impact on traffic and restore normal conditions on the freeway.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 5 in the vicinity of Sand Canyon Road were advised to remain cautious as the area was temporarily affected by the incident. This event serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to stay vigilant while navigating busy highways.
The CHP continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision to better understand the factors that led to this incident and to promote safer driving practices in the future.