A traffic collision involving a gray Mercedes sedan occurred today on the southbound Interstate 5 at the Harbor Boulevard off-ramp in Anaheim, CA. The incident took place around 12:28 PM and resulted in the vehicle overturning. An additional vehicle was involved, but details about it remain unclear.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the gray Mercedes was reported to be on its roof with the driver trapped inside. This situation led to a temporary shutdown of the Harbor Boulevard off-ramp to facilitate rescue efforts and manage traffic.
By 1:06 PM, a SigAlert was issued, indicating that the southbound Interstate 5 Harbor Boulevard off-ramp would be closed for approximately 20 minutes. This closure was necessary to ensure the safety of emergency personnel and those involved in the incident.
Traffic was significantly impacted, with reports suggesting that the best access to the area was from Harbor Boulevard due to congestion on the off-ramp. A tow truck was dispatched to assist in removing the overturned vehicle from the roadway.
As of 1:41 PM, the off-ramp was reopened, allowing traffic to resume normal flow. The status of any injuries related to the incident remains unknown. Authorities advise drivers to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts were underway.