A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 5 South (I-5) near the Interstate 805 North interchange in San Diego, CA. The incident took place around 10:39 PM and involved a white Kia Optima and a Hyundai Ionic. As a result of the collision, multiple lanes were blocked, leading to significant traffic delays and congestion in the area.
Emergency response teams were dispatched to manage the situation and control traffic flow. Traffic management units were on-site to secure the area and assist with the safe navigation of vehicles around the incident. Due to ongoing construction in the vicinity, three to five lanes were already closed, which compounded the traffic backup caused by the collision.
A tow truck was called to the scene to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the traffic incident. As responders worked to clear the area, motorists experienced delays and were advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the congestion.
Drivers traveling through this area should remain cautious and expect potential delays as the situation is resolved. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the scene to ensure safety and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.