A traffic incident involving a big rig truck occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 in Los Angeles County, CA. The accident took place around 10:04 AM when the big rig lost control and collided with a concrete wall, resulting in a smoking vehicle.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, leading to the closure of the southbound lanes for a significant duration. The northbound lanes were also affected due to debris from the collision. Authorities issued a signal alert for both northbound and southbound traffic on Interstate 5 at the Truck Route, indicating that the closures would remain in effect for an unknown duration.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicle, and by 12:56 PM, the northbound Truck Route was reopened. However, the southbound lanes continued to remain closed as cleanup efforts were underway.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and expect delays in the area as traffic conditions gradually improve. While the exact number of injuries remains unknown, the incident underscores the importance of road safety, particularly involving large vehicles on busy highways.