Major I-5 Collision Disrupts Morning Commute

Traffic Collision on Interstate 5 in Laguna Hills Causes Morning Commute Delays Today

📍 Laguna Hills, CA

📅 Published: March 13, 2025 at 07:44 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Laguna Hills, CA
Laguna Hills, March 13, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 North near Lake Forest Drive in Laguna Hills, CA, involving three vehicles: a dark Chevrolet pickup, a dark-colored Honda sedan, and an unknown vehicle, possibly a black Jeep. The incident was reported around 6:21 AM, significantly impacting the morning commute for many drivers.

The collision led to lane restrictions, with the slow lane and lane one closed at different times, causing delays and backups for motorists traveling through the area. Emergency response units quickly arrived to manage traffic and secure the scene, ensuring safety while they worked to clear the roadway.

As the situation progressed, some vehicles were cleared from the scene, while others remained for further processing. By approximately 7:00 AM, all lanes were reopened except for the slow lane, which continued to experience congestion due to the earlier traffic incident.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through this area, as residual delays may persist. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the response to restore normal traffic flow.

Drivers are encouraged to consider alternate routes to avoid any lingering traffic disruptions. Stay informed for updates as the situation develops.

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