A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 710, near the eastbound entrance to Interstate 105 in Paramount, CA. The incident was reported around 7:29 AM and involved a white GMC Sierra and another white pickup truck towing a trailer. Both vehicles were blocking the number one lane, causing significant disruption for drivers.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where debris was present in the lanes. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the trailer, which had a broken axle. As a result, the number one lane was closed for approximately 30 minutes to allow for the safe clearing of the vehicles and debris. The second lane remained open during this time, helping to alleviate some traffic congestion.
Traffic conditions were impacted, and drivers were advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. Authorities issued a signal alert to notify the public of the lane closure and ongoing cleanup efforts. The status of any injuries remains unknown.
Motorists are reminded to exercise caution and stay aware of their surroundings, especially following such incidents. Updates on traffic conditions and lane statuses will be provided as the situation develops.