A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 (I-5) near Lower Water Hole in Lebec, CA. The incident, which took place around 12:15 PM, involved a semi-truck of an unknown color and a black sedan, potentially identified as a black Hyundai Elantra.
Emergency response units promptly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and control traffic flow. As a result of the collision, traffic management measures were implemented, leading to delays and congestion in the southbound lanes. One of the vehicles was towed from the scene, further impacting traffic conditions.
The collision was reported near the escape ramp, and emergency personnel remained on-site to ensure safety and facilitate the clearing of the roadway. Motorists traveling through this area should anticipate potential delays as crews work to restore normal traffic patterns.
Drivers are encouraged to consider alternate routes to avoid the congestion caused by this traffic incident. Updates will be provided as the situation develops and traffic conditions improve.