A traffic collision involving two vehicles, a semi-truck and a gray pickup truck, occurred today at approximately 2:18 PM on the southbound lanes of State Route 57, near the Interstate 10 West interchange in Pomona, CA. The incident resulted in the semi-truck overturning and blocking multiple lanes, causing significant disruption to traffic.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, arriving shortly after the collision was reported. Upon arrival, they discovered the semi-truck on its side, obstructing lanes two, three, four, and five. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among those involved in the incident.
By 2:36 PM, the gray pickup truck was moved to the roadside, allowing some traffic to resume in the remaining open lanes. However, lanes three and four remained closed for an extended period as crews worked to clear the overturned semi-truck from the roadway. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the gray pickup truck, which was completed efficiently.
Traffic was significantly impacted during the incident, with delays expected as emergency responders managed the scene and coordinated the towing of the vehicles involved. The closure of multiple lanes created a bottleneck for drivers in the area, but other lanes remained open to help alleviate congestion.
As cleanup efforts continued, authorities worked diligently to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays.
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially in high-traffic areas. Stay tuned for further updates as the situation develops.