A significant traffic collision occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 210 (I-210) near Lowell Avenue in Glendale, CA, involving four vehicles, including a white pickup truck and a silver sedan. The incident was reported around 4:07 PM, with one of the trucks overturned, prompting a swift emergency response.
Traffic control measures were quickly enacted, resulting in the closure of the first two lanes for an extended period due to the ongoing cleanup and tow operations. The third and fourth lanes were gradually reopened, but the first two lanes remained blocked by a sigalert, leading to considerable delays and congestion for motorists in the area.
Tow trucks were dispatched to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the collision. Emergency services focused on managing traffic and ensuring the safety of all drivers while coordinating the lane reopenings. As of 5:07 PM, lanes three and four were reopened, but the sigalert for the first two lanes was extended for an additional 30 minutes.
Motorists are advised to expect delays and consider alternative routes if traveling through this area. The traffic incident has created significant backup, impacting the flow of afternoon traffic on this busy stretch of highway.