A multi-vehicle traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Lake Hughes Road in Castaic, CA, resulting in significant lane closures and traffic disruptions. The incident took place around 7:36 PM and involved three vehicles: a white pickup truck, a gray truck, and the possibility of an unknown third vehicle. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where debris was spread across multiple lanes, blocking traffic. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the overturned gray truck and to clear the debris. A hard closure was implemented for lanes two, three, and four, while efforts were made to keep the first lane open for traffic.
Good Samaritans were present, providing assistance to those involved in the collision. By 8:10 PM, the first lane was reopened, allowing some traffic to flow. However, a traffic alert was issued, indicating that the closure would remain in effect for approximately two hours.
As the situation unfolded, it was noted that some vehicles were attempting to exit the freeway through a fence, complicating the incident further. By 11:42 PM, the hard closure was lifted, and the traffic alert was canceled, allowing normal traffic patterns to resume.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as cleanup efforts continued throughout the evening.