A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 74 (Ortega Highway) at Grand Avenue in Lake Elsinore, CA, involving a single vehicle, a silver four-door sedan that overturned onto its roof. The incident was reported at approximately 6:47 PM, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
Due to the overturned vehicle, both directions of the highway were closed to facilitate recovery efforts. The sedan was blocking westbound lanes, leading to significant traffic disruptions in the area. A tow truck was requested to assist in the recovery of the vehicle.
The status of any occupants in the silver sedan remains unclear, with reports indicating that it is unknown if they were still inside the vehicle or if they had exited safely. Consequently, the classification of injuries is currently unknown.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays as recovery operations continue. The closure of State Route 74 is expected to impact traffic flow until the vehicle is safely removed from the roadway. Authorities are working diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions as soon as possible.
Drivers are encouraged to stay updated on traffic conditions and exercise caution while traveling in the area. Further details will be provided as the situation develops.