A traffic collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 405 near Santa Fe Avenue in Long Beach, CA, involving a silver Nissan Altima and a semi-truck. The incident took place around 11:20 AM when the Nissan swerved to avoid a gray Toyota Corolla, resulting in the vehicle crashing into a roadside wall and becoming disabled.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the Nissan Altima was found blocking the slow lane. The semi-truck was also reported to be obstructing traffic, contributing to delays in the area.
By 11:40 AM, a tow truck was called to assist in removing the disabled vehicle from the roadway. As of 11:45 AM, the Nissan Altima remained in the lanes, prompting ongoing traffic management efforts.
The status of injuries related to the incident remains unknown. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area and to expect potential delays as cleanup efforts continue.
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and awareness of surrounding vehicles on the road.