A tragic incident occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 605 near Firestone Boulevard in Norwalk, CA, resulting in a fatality. The collision involved three vehicles, with reports indicating that one vehicle collided with a tree.
The sequence of events began around 11:04 PM when a witness reported hearing a crash and observing trees moving, suggesting a vehicle had struck a tree. Emergency services, including local fire and police units, responded promptly to the scene. By 11:10 PM, it was confirmed that a vehicle had indeed collided with a tree, prompting a hard closure of the southbound lanes of Interstate 605.
As emergency responders worked at the scene, the situation escalated, leading to the confirmation of a fatality. The vehicles involved were rendered undriveable and required towing for evidence collection. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles.
Traffic in the area was significantly impacted, with reports indicating that all lanes were completely stopped southbound on Interstate 605. A helicopter was deployed to monitor the situation from above, providing aerial support to the emergency teams on the ground.
By 12:40 AM, traffic control measures were implemented, and units were able to release the traffic break that had been in place. However, the hard closure of the southbound lanes near Firestone Boulevard remained in effect for an extended period as officials worked to clear the scene and investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers present on our roadways. Authorities urge all drivers to exercise caution and remain vigilant while driving, especially during nighttime hours. The investigation into the details of this tragic event is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.