A single vehicle overturned today, causing significant traffic disruption at the transition from northbound Interstate 605 to westbound State Route 60 in Avocado Heights, CA. The incident, involving a white flatbed truck, was reported at 12:59 PM. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the incident was classified as a traffic collision with no injuries.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the overturned truck was blocking multiple lanes of traffic. Witnesses indicated that the vehicle was carrying wood when it lost control and flipped over during the transition. Bystanders assisted in extracting the driver safely from the vehicle.
Traffic was heavily impacted due to the lane closures on the transition road. A tow truck was called to remove the overturned truck, and crews worked diligently to clear the area and restore normal traffic flow. By 2:31 PM, the situation had been resolved, and the road was reopened to motorists.
Drivers in the area were advised to seek alternate routes during the incident to avoid delays. The prompt response from emergency services and the assistance from bystanders helped manage the situation effectively. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving, especially during highway transitions.