A significant traffic collision involving five vehicles occurred today at the intersection of State Route 91 West and Atlantic Avenue Off-Ramp in Long Beach, CA. The incident was reported around 2:03 PM and resulted in substantial traffic delays, particularly with lanes four and five blocked, causing congestion for motorists.
The vehicles involved included a double-hooded Honda, a red Audi sedan, and a silver Toyota Yaris, along with other unidentified vehicles. Emergency service units were dispatched to the scene to manage traffic and control the situation effectively. By 2:30 PM, only the slow lane remained obstructed, but traffic was still heavily impacted.
Motorists experienced significant backups during the afternoon commute as emergency responders worked to clear the scene. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles, which included one with major front-end damage.
Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays and congestion in the area. The California Highway Patrol is present to ensure safety and facilitate the resolution of the traffic incident. Ongoing traffic impacts are expected as the situation is addressed, and motorists should remain cautious while navigating the area.