A traffic incident occurred today involving a big rig that blocked the transition lane from westbound State Route 60 to northbound State Route 71 in Pomona, CA. The incident was reported around 9:52 AM when an employee was found disabled on the roadside. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and it was confirmed that there was no collision involving the gray Toyota vehicle associated with the employee.
As the situation unfolded, it became apparent that the big rig was obstructing the transition lane, prompting a request for a heavy-duty tow truck to clear the blockage. The truck, which was confirmed to be blocking the second lane of the transition area, weighed approximately 45,000 pounds.
By 10:35 AM, the employee communicated their location via text message, indicating they were near a wall and confirming that no traffic collision had occurred. Authorities were notified to check the area for the gray Toyota vehicle, which was not involved in any collision.
Traffic impacts were noted due to the blockage, and the tow truck was en route to assist in clearing the lane. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as the situation is being managed.