A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on State Route 60 West near East Markland Drive in Monterey Park, CA, involving three vehicles: a blue Ford Expedition, a semi-truck, and a black SUV. The incident began around 10:25 AM when the black SUV lost a tire, causing it to be struck by the blue Ford Expedition and other vehicles.
Debris from the collision spread across the roadway, leading to significant traffic disruptions. The black SUV was left facing the wrong way on the freeway, while the blue Ford Expedition collided with the semi-truck in the first lane. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, and by 10:59 AM, the roadway was cleared.
During the incident, the third and fourth lanes, as well as the off-ramp, were closed to traffic, although the first and second lanes remained open. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles.
The status of injuries remains unknown, but the prompt response from local authorities helped manage the situation efficiently, minimizing further disruptions to traffic. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling in the area as cleanup efforts were underway.