A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Sheldon Street in Los Angeles, CA, causing substantial disruptions during the morning commute. The incident involved one semi truck that struck an overpass, resulting in debris from the truck's load spilling onto the roadway. This created hazardous conditions, obstructing multiple travel lanes.
Emergency services responded quickly to secure the scene and manage traffic flow. As a result of the collision, several lanes were closed, particularly affecting the right lanes, while the high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes remained open. Traffic control measures, including signal alerts, were implemented to inform motorists of the situation.
Drivers experienced delays and congestion as they navigated around the affected area. The California Highway Patrol issued a sig alert for one hour, indicating that lanes four and five were blocked due to the debris. Cleanup efforts were initiated promptly to remove the materials from the roadway and restore safe travel conditions.
By 10:16 AM, all lanes were reported open, and the sig alert was canceled, allowing traffic to return to normal flow. This traffic incident highlights the importance of caution when driving in areas with overhead structures.