A dark-colored vehicle overturned on the connector road from eastbound Interstate 10 to southbound Interstate 710 in Monterey Park, CA, early today at approximately 3:34 AM. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene after reports indicated that passengers were trapped inside the vehicle.
Firefighters and local police units arrived to assist in the rescue efforts, successfully freeing the passengers. A tow truck was called to remove the overturned vehicle, which was complicated by debris scattered across the roadway. The debris included a large metal sign and other metal fragments, temporarily obstructing traffic.
To ensure safety and facilitate cleanup, authorities closed the connector road from eastbound Interstate 10 to southbound Interstate 710. Traffic was impacted as crews worked to clear the area, but one lane was eventually reopened to allow for smoother flow.
By around 4:58 AM, the roadway was cleared, and the situation was under control. The status of any injuries remains unknown, as officials have not released specific details regarding the passengers involved in the incident. Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as cleanup efforts concluded and traffic resumed normal flow.