A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South at Garfield Avenue in Commerce, CA, involving three vehicles: a green Honda, a red Tesla, and a black Chevy Tahoe. The incident blocked lane #1, leading to significant traffic delays. Initial reports indicated that all lanes were stopped, causing a backlog of vehicles in the area.
Emergency response units arrived promptly to manage the situation and ensure the safety of all motorists. Two of the vehicles were confirmed to be drivable, while the black Chevy Tahoe remained immobilized in the roadway. As responders worked to clear the scene, they implemented traffic control measures to help alleviate congestion.
At approximately 5:11 AM, it was reported that all lanes had been stopped due to the collision. By 5:14 AM, emergency personnel confirmed that two vehicles were operable, but one vehicle continued to block lane #1. A tow truck was called to assist in removing the non-drivable vehicle from the roadway.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes, as traffic conditions may remain impacted for some time. The swift response from emergency units has been essential in managing the incident and working towards restoring normal traffic flow on this busy stretch of highway.