Traffic Collision Disrupts Route 55 in Costa Mesa

Traffic Collision on State Route 55 in Costa Mesa Involves Two Vehicles, Minor Injuries Reported

📍 Costa Mesa, CA

📅 Published: January 22, 2025 at 04:05 PM

🔄 Updated: January 22, 2025 at 05:30 PM

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

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound side of State Route 55 near Baker Street in Costa Mesa, CA. The incident took place around 3:15 PM and involved a gray Kia Telluride and a black Nissan, with reports suggesting a potential third vehicle of an unknown color may have been involved.

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where minor damage was reported to the black Nissan. While initial reports indicated unknown injuries, the final classification confirmed that there were minor injuries associated with the incident. An ambulance was dispatched to the location to provide assistance.

Traffic in the area was affected as emergency crews worked to manage the situation. Both vehicles involved were reported to require towing due to the collision. By 4:08 PM, a tow truck was on the scene to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles.

Motorists in the vicinity were advised to exercise caution and expect delays as the situation was being resolved. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially in busy areas like Costa Mesa.

Authorities continue to encourage drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic laws to prevent such incidents in the future.

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