A serious incident occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 710 near the West Del Amo Boulevard off-ramp in Carson, CA, involving a single sport utility vehicle that ran off the freeway. The accident was reported at approximately 2:57 AM when the SUV veered off the roadway and crashed into a fence at a maintenance yard.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. One individual was reported unresponsive after being extracted from the vehicle, while another person was breathing and moving. Firefighters worked diligently to assist those involved, and a tow truck was called to remove the damaged vehicle, which was not drivable.
Due to the severity of the incident, multiple lanes on the freeway were closed for an extended period, causing significant traffic disruptions. A hard closure was implemented on the third and fourth lanes, and a SigAlert was issued for approximately one hour to manage the situation.
Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and exercise caution in the area. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the potential dangers on the road. Authorities encourage all drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic laws to prevent such occurrences in the future.