A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 605, near the junction with Interstate 5 in Santa Fe Springs, CA, leading to significant traffic disruptions. The incident involved four vehicles, including a white Cadillac CTS and a red Tesla, which blocked the high-occupancy vehicle lane.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where one vehicle was reported leaking gasoline and smoking. The collision was first reported around 5:25 PM, and responders arrived shortly thereafter to manage the situation. Traffic was heavily impacted as vehicles were forced to navigate around the blockage, causing delays for commuters in the area.
Towing services were requested to assist in clearing the scene, and by 5:57 PM, the incident was reported as cleared. The status of injuries remains unknown at this time.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as residual traffic may still be present following the incident. This event highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the potential hazards that can arise on busy highways.