A traffic collision occurred today on the Interstate 605 North near the Beverly Boulevard off-ramp in Whittier, CA, involving four vehicles. The incident took place around 7:03 AM during the morning commute, with the vehicles involved including a red Toyota Highlander, a red Toyota SUV, a Suburban, and an unknown truck, along with a white vehicle.
As a result of the collision, the #1 lane and the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane were blocked, leading to significant traffic delays and congestion in the area. Emergency response units were promptly dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow. By 7:14 AM, the HOV and #1 lanes were coned off to facilitate the response efforts, while a tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved.
Motorists traveling through Whittier, CA, should expect ongoing delays as cleanup efforts continue. Authorities are working diligently to restore normal traffic conditions, and drivers are advised to consider alternate routes to avoid potential backups. Updates on the situation will be provided as they become available.