A significant traffic collision involving five vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 605 (I-605) near the Slauson Avenue off-ramp in Whittier, CA. The incident, reported at approximately 12:59 PM, resulted in the blocking of the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane and at least one additional lane, causing notable traffic congestion in the area.
The vehicles involved in the crash included a Fiat 500, a Tesla, a Toyota Camry, a white utility truck, and an SUV that was overturned. Emergency response teams arrived promptly at the scene, and multiple towing services were dispatched to assist in clearing the roadway.
As a result of the collision, motorists experienced significant delays during the afternoon commute, with traffic flow severely impacted for several hours. Traffic management units were deployed to help direct vehicles and mitigate congestion.
By 2:08 PM, the scene was cleared, and normal traffic patterns were restored as the vehicles were removed from the roadway. Drivers are advised to remain cautious and be aware of potential residual congestion in the area as traffic resumes.
The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation to ensure safe travel for all motorists.