A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 22 East near Knott Avenue in Garden Grove, CA, involving two vehicles: a white truck and a black vehicle. The incident resulted in an overturned black Jeep and a white Chevrolet Silverado blocking the middle lanes of traffic. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene shortly after the collision was reported at approximately 6:27 AM.
While there were no confirmed injuries reported, the overturned Jeep and the Silverado created significant obstacles, requiring immediate action to clear the roadway. The collision also caused damage to approximately 20 feet of the roadside guardrail, which has been identified as an immediate hazard.
Traffic was impacted as vehicles were forced to navigate around the blockage, with emergency responders working diligently to manage the situation. A tow truck was called to assist in removing the vehicles from the roadway, ensuring that traffic could resume as quickly as possible.
Motorists in the area are advised to exercise caution and remain aware of potential delays as cleanup efforts continue. The final determination regarding any injuries remains unknown, but all parties involved were reported to be out of their vehicles and accounted for at the scene.
This incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices and vigilance on the roadways, especially in challenging conditions.