A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 79 South at California Avenue in Beaumont, CA, involving five to six vehicles, including a black Nissan Pathfinder and a black Jeep. The incident took place during the morning commute, leading to significant traffic disruptions with lane closures affecting all lanes at the scene.
Emergency response units promptly arrived to manage the situation and control traffic flow. They directed vehicles to move to a wide right lane to minimize congestion. The collision partially blocked the fast lane and the California Avenue on-ramp, resulting in delays for motorists in the area.
Tow trucks were called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the crash. As emergency crews worked to clear the scene, drivers experienced backups and delays, particularly near the incident location.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes, as traffic conditions may remain impacted for an extended period. Updates will be provided as the situation develops and normal traffic flow is restored.