A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near State Route 57 in Orange, CA. The incident took place around 9:54 AM and involved a black BMW 530E and a silver sedan, which ended up blocking the high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes after a rear-end collision.
Emergency services promptly responded to the scene, and both parties involved were expected to be transported to a medical facility. The status of injuries remains unknown at this time. The vehicles were positioned sideways, obstructing traffic and causing significant delays.
Due to the collision, both HOV lanes were closed to facilitate the safe removal of the vehicles. A tow truck was called to assist with the situation. By 10:26 AM, the vehicles were moved to the wide center median, allowing both HOV lanes to reopen. However, authorities advised that residual delays may continue as traffic resumes normal flow.
Drivers are encouraged to exercise caution when traveling through the area and to remain aware of potential traffic impacts. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices to prevent collisions on busy highways.