A multi-vehicle traffic collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near State Route 133 in Irvine, CA. The incident involved at least two vehicles, including a black Nissan Altima and a silver Toyota Camry. The collision was reported around 7:49 PM, with one vehicle facing sideways in the high-occupancy vehicle lane and another located in the center median.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where both vehicles were partially obstructing traffic. The situation caused significant disruption in the area, with reports indicating that additional vehicles may have been involved. By 8:17 PM, emergency responders had cleared the roadway, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
While the status of any injuries remains unknown, the quick response from emergency services helped to mitigate further traffic delays. Witnesses reported that one of the vehicles may have been involved in reckless driving prior to the collision, contributing to the incident. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles.
Motorists traveling through this area should remain cautious and be aware of potential residual traffic impacts as the situation stabilizes.