Major Collision Blocks Traffic on State Route 55

Three-Vehicle Traffic Collision on State Route 55 in Costa Mesa, CA, Causes Significant Disruption

📍 Costa Mesa, CA

📅 Published: January 22, 2025 at 01:31 PM

🔄 Updated: January 22, 2025 at 02:30 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa, January 22, 2025 -

A significant traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound State Route 55, just south of Interstate 405 in Costa Mesa, CA. The incident was reported around 12:39 PM, with one vehicle overturned and leaking fuel. Reports indicated that a person was trapped inside the overturned vehicle.

Emergency services responded promptly, with firefighters and medical personnel arriving shortly after the accident was reported. The overturned vehicle was blocking the slow lane, leading to a SigAlert for an estimated one-hour traffic disruption. Debris from the collision spread across all lanes, complicating the situation further.

A tow truck was requested to assist in clearing the vehicles involved. By 1:45 PM, the scene was reported cleared, allowing traffic to resume normal flow. The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling in the area, as residual delays may still be experienced. The California Highway Patrol is monitoring the situation to ensure safety for all drivers.

This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially in busy traffic areas. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available regarding the circumstances surrounding this collision.

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