A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 405 near Carson Street in Carson, CA, involving four vehicles: a red Tesla, a white Honda Civic, a Dodge Ram, and a black Cadillac Escalade. The incident took place around 11:12 AM when the red Tesla and the white Honda Civic collided, blocking the high-occupancy vehicle lane.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where they found the Dodge Ram positioned approximately half a mile behind the initial collision. The black Cadillac Escalade was also involved shortly after. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the drivers or passengers of the vehicles involved.
By 11:28 AM, the roadway was cleared, with all vehicles either drivable or towed from the scene. A tow truck was called for the red Tesla, which had its airbags deployed during the incident. The California Highway Patrol efficiently managed the situation, ensuring that traffic flow resumed without significant delays.
Motorists in the area were advised to exercise caution as the situation was being resolved. The prompt response from emergency services and the effective management of the incident contributed to a swift clearance of the roadway, allowing drivers to continue their journeys with minimal disruption.