A traffic collision involving two sport utility vehicles occurred today on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near 20th Street in Santa Monica, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 1:26 PM, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
The collision involved a black SUV and a white SUV, which had deployed its airbags. There were reports of a person possibly still inside the white SUV, raising concerns among responders. Witnesses noted that the white SUV appeared to have driven toward an embankment shortly after the airbags were deployed.
Initially, a tow truck was requested to assist with the vehicles, but this request was later canceled around 2:49 PM, indicating that both vehicles may have been drivable or that the situation was resolved without the need for towing.
Traffic in the area was affected during the incident, although specific lane closures have not been confirmed. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area as emergency services worked to clear the scene.
The status of injuries remains unknown at this time. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the incident. The safety of all individuals involved is a priority for local authorities.