A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 57 South near the Temple off-ramp in Pomona, CA, involving five vehicles. The incident began around 9:08 PM when a white SUV lost a tire and collided with a guardrail. This initial crash triggered a series of subsequent collisions, including a white Ford Explorer, a tan Ford Explorer, a gray truck, and one vehicle of unknown description.
As a result of the traffic incident, multiple lanes and the shoulder of the roadway were closed, leading to significant delays and congestion for drivers in the area. Emergency traffic management units were dispatched to the scene to control traffic flow and secure the area. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of at least one vehicle, while the remaining vehicles stayed on-site for further assessment.
Motorists traveling through this section of State Route 57 South should anticipate backups and are advised to consider alternative routes to avoid delays. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the situation to ensure safety and restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible.
For ongoing updates on traffic conditions and road closures, drivers are encouraged to monitor local traffic reports.