A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 at Garfield Avenue in Commerce, CA. The incident, which took place around 9:17 AM, involved a white Ford Fusion, a red vehicle, and a white Toyota Tacoma. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries resulting from the collision.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and Freeway Service Patrol, responded promptly to the scene. The vehicles were blocking the middle lane of the highway, which could have caused delays for motorists. By 9:39 AM, authorities were managing the situation and holding all lanes to facilitate the removal of the vehicles.
By 9:44 AM, the vehicles were successfully pushed to the slow lane, allowing some traffic flow to resume. A tow truck was called to assist with clearing the roadway, and by 10:09 AM, the roadway was cleared, and the involved parties exchanged information without further incident.
Motorists traveling on southbound Interstate 5 should remain cautious in the area as residual traffic may still be present. The quick response from emergency services ensured that the situation was resolved efficiently, minimizing delays for drivers.
This incident underscores the importance of prompt action by emergency responders in maintaining safety and traffic flow on California highways.