A multi-vehicle collision on the State Route 91 East near the North Long Beach Boulevard off-ramp in Compton, CA, has caused significant traffic disruptions today. The incident occurred around 1:08 PM and involved four vehicles: a Nissan Versa, a Toyota Tacoma, a Saturn, and a gray Lexus E350.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the collision blocked multiple lanes, including the high-occupancy vehicle lane and a slow lane, leading to traffic being halted. Tow services were requested shortly after the incident, indicating that at least some of the vehicles were not drivable.
By 1:17 PM, all lanes were reported to be stopped, and an ambulance was requested to the scene to address any potential medical needs, although the exact number of injuries remains unknown.
As of 2:05 PM, tow services were actively working to clear the roadway, with traffic being released slowly but still holding in the affected lanes. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and exercise caution while traveling in the area, as delays are expected to persist until the incident is fully resolved.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the potential for significant traffic disruptions resulting from collisions.