A traffic collision on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Castaic, CA, caused significant traffic disruptions today. The incident occurred around 3:38 PM when a trailer detached from an unknown type vehicle, leading to the involvement of three vehicles: a white SUV, a truck with a silver trailer that overturned, and an additional trailer that was left on its side.
Emergency response teams were quickly dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow. The overturned truck blocked both the third and fourth lanes, while the detached trailer created additional lane obstructions. As a result, approximately 1.2 lanes were blocked, leading to considerable delays and backups for motorists traveling in the area.
Traffic was temporarily halted in all lanes as crews worked diligently to clear the debris and tow the vehicles involved. By 4:06 PM, one of the trailers had been successfully moved to the roadside, allowing some traffic to resume, although congestion persisted as the remaining vehicles were cleared.
Authorities remained on-site to ensure safety and assist with traffic management until the scene was fully cleared. Motorists are advised to expect delays in the area and to seek alternate routes if possible. This incident underscores the importance of safe towing practices to prevent similar traffic collisions in the future.