A major traffic incident occurred today on the eastbound lanes of the Interstate 210 Freeway at the Osborne Street off-ramp in Los Angeles, CA. A big rig went off the roadway, resulting in a collision that left the truck hanging off the right-side railing. The incident was reported at approximately 3:41 AM.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and the Los Angeles Fire Department, quickly responded to the scene. Due to the precarious position of the truck, heavy-duty towing was requested to safely remove the vehicle from the embankment.
As a result of the incident, the eastbound lanes of the freeway were closed for about two hours, leading to significant traffic delays in the area. A SigAlert was issued to inform motorists of the closure and to manage traffic flow during the response efforts.
The status of any injuries related to the incident remains unknown at this time. Authorities are working diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and exercise caution while traveling near the Osborne Street off-ramp.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the prompt response of emergency services in addressing unexpected situations on California highways.