A traffic incident occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 at the junction with Interstate 605 in Santa Fe Springs, CA, involving four vehicles. The vehicles included a white Toyota Camry, a grey Toyota Prius, and two additional cars. The incident was triggered when a tire came off one vehicle, striking another and leading to a series of collisions.
Debris from the traffic incident spread across the roadway, causing further complications as multiple vehicles ran over it, resulting in additional damage. Emergency response units were quickly dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow.
Due to the incident, several lanes were closed to facilitate the removal of damaged vehicles and debris. Traffic was significantly impacted, with delays reported as responders worked diligently to clear the area. A tow truck was called to assist in removing the affected vehicles, while emergency personnel focused on ensuring safety and restoring normal traffic conditions.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area and to expect potential delays as cleanup efforts continue. Authorities are working to reopen the affected lanes as swiftly as possible to minimize disruption to traffic.