A traffic collision involving five vehicles occurred today on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Santa Anita Avenue in El Monte, CA. The incident took place around 7:36 PM and was reportedly caused by flooded lanes, which led to a blockage of traffic. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Among the vehicles involved were a Toyota Prius and a silver Mitsubishi. One vehicle, a white Lexus, was moved to a nearby parking lot to facilitate the clearing of the roadway. Towing services were arranged for the damaged vehicles to ensure a swift resolution to the incident.
Emergency services responded promptly, noting that the flooded conditions may have contributed to the multi-vehicle collision. The Santa Anita on-ramp to westbound Interstate 10 was also reported to be flooded, complicating the traffic situation further.
Traffic lanes were temporarily closed as authorities assessed the scene and coordinated the removal of the vehicles. The incident was cleared by approximately 8:11 PM, allowing traffic to resume normal flow in the area.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving in adverse weather conditions, particularly during heavy rainfall that can lead to flooding on roadways.