A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the transition between Interstate 605 South and Interstate 5 South in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The incident was reported around 5:21 PM, with one vehicle, a beige Lexus SUV, rendered undrivable. The other vehicle involved remains unidentified.
Due to the traffic incident, significant traffic impact was observed in the area. A transition block was established, leading to necessary road closures for cone placement and guardrail inspection along the affected segment. Multiple emergency response units were dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow, ensuring safety for all motorists.
Drivers in the vicinity experienced delays and congestion as traffic was rerouted. The California Highway Patrol requested a traffic break to facilitate guardrail inspection, starting from the southbound 605 at Telegraph Road and ending at the connector to southbound Interstate 5.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid potential backups while the situation is being resolved. The scene remains under the management of emergency personnel, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.