A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 405 near the Palo Verde Avenue off-ramp in Long Beach, CA. The incident, reported at approximately 8:06 AM, involved three vehicles, including a red Nissan Pathfinder and a black or gray SUV, with an additional unidentified vehicle possibly involved.
Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, where the Nissan Xterra sustained damage to its axle, and a Toyota vehicle suffered front-end damage. The collision resulted in lane blockages, impacting traffic flow in the area. At one point, a vehicle was reported to be stalled and blocking the ramp, with emergency lights activated.
By 8:27 AM, authorities confirmed that the right lane was blocked due to the incident. Although emergency services were on-site, the extent of any injuries remains unknown. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and expect possible delays as cleanup efforts continue.
The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation to restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible. Drivers in the area should remain alert and be prepared for changing traffic patterns as the scene is cleared.