Major Traffic Disruption on State Route 91 East

Traffic Collision on State Route 91 East in Cerritos Causes Delays Today

📍 Cerritos, CA

📅 Published: May 17, 2025 at 04:05 AM

🔄 Updated: May 17, 2025 at 04:36 AM

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Cerritos, May 17, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 91 East near Norwalk Boulevard in Cerritos, CA. The incident took place during the early morning hours and involved a white Toyota Prius and a black Tesla. Following the collision, one vehicle was left obstructing the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane, creating debris on the roadway.

Emergency services promptly responded to the scene to secure the area and manage traffic flow. The debris and the blocked lane resulted in significant traffic delays for morning commuters, with vehicles swerving to avoid the obstruction. Towing operations were initiated to remove the vehicles involved in the traffic incident and clear the roadway.

Motorists traveling on State Route 91 East should anticipate backups and plan for potential delays as cleanup efforts are underway. The traffic incident has led to lane closures, particularly affecting the HOV lane, which is essential for high-occupancy vehicles during peak travel times. Authorities are working diligently to restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible.

Drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area and consider alternative routes to avoid ongoing delays. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.

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