A traffic collision on Interstate 5 North (I-5 N) near the Interstate 405 North (I-405 N) interchange in Irvine, CA, caused significant traffic disruptions today. The incident, which occurred shortly after 1:38 PM, involved two vehicles: a black Acura and a silver Mazda SUV.
As a result of the collision, multiple lanes were closed, leading to delays and congestion for drivers in the area. Emergency response teams were dispatched to manage the scene, and traffic management units were assigned to control the flow of vehicles. Tow trucks were called to remove the damaged vehicles, which were moved to the right-hand side of the roadway to facilitate clearing.
Motorists experienced backups as traffic was diverted around the incident. The situation was exacerbated by additional vehicles involved in a separate crash nearby, contributing to the overall traffic impact.
Authorities worked diligently to restore normal traffic conditions, and by approximately 2:21 PM, both vehicles were successfully towed from the scene. Motorists are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays as traffic resumes its normal flow in the area.