A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 405 North near Wilmington Avenue in Carson, CA, involving seven vehicles. The incident began when a gray and blue BMW collided with a large semi-truck, which led to additional collisions involving a blue Tesla and a white semi-truck.
As a result of the traffic incident, lane 3 was blocked, causing considerable delays for morning commuters. A gray BMW coupe was also reported blocking lane 2, while a gold BMW i3 was towed from the scene after being involved in the collision with a black SUV.
Emergency services responded promptly to manage the situation, coordinating with towing services to clear the roadway and restore traffic flow. The blocked lanes resulted in significant congestion, impacting drivers during peak travel hours.
Authorities worked diligently to remove the disabled vehicles and alleviate the backup caused by the collision. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays in the vicinity of Interstate 405 North. The California Highway Patrol is on-site to ensure traffic can resume as quickly and safely as possible.