A traffic collision involving a single red semi-truck occurred today on the westbound State Route 91 freeway near Carmenita Road in Cerritos, CA. The incident took place at approximately 1:56 PM when the truck went off the road and struck a concrete barrier. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, where it was reported that the driver might be trapped inside the vehicle.
The California Highway Patrol classified the incident as a minor injury collision, although the extent of the driver’s injuries remains unknown. A tow truck was called to remove the semi-truck, and the vehicle was successfully towed by 3:00 PM. During the recovery operation, three out of four lanes were temporarily closed, which may have caused traffic delays in the area.
Additionally, the collision resulted in damage to approximately 40 feet of chain link fence along the freeway. As the situation developed, the California Highway Patrol updated the incident classification, confirming it as a minor injury collision.
Motorists traveling on the westbound State Route 91 near Carmenita Road are advised to exercise caution and expect possible lane restrictions as cleanup efforts continue.