A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 605 (I-605) near the Beverly Boulevard off-ramp in Whittier, CA. The incident took place around 6:00 PM and resulted in significant traffic disruptions, with multiple lanes blocked.
The vehicles involved included a white Toyota Prius and a silver vehicle with major front-end damage, along with another unidentified silver vehicle. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene to manage traffic flow and ensure safety. As a result of the collision, lanes one and two were blocked, leading to delays and congestion for motorists in the area.
Tow services were called to remove the damaged vehicles from the roadway. By approximately 6:31 PM, all three vehicles had been successfully moved off the Interstate, alleviating the traffic backup. However, the incident caused noticeable delays during the evening commute, impacting drivers traveling through this busy corridor.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious and expect potential residual congestion as traffic returns to normal. The California Highway Patrol and local emergency services worked diligently to clear the scene and restore safe travel conditions.