A traffic collision on Interstate 5 South (I-5 S) in Anaheim, CA, caused notable traffic disruptions today. The incident occurred early in the morning, around 2:50 AM, involving two vehicles. One of the vehicles overturned, resulting in debris scattered across the highway.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, leading to the closure of the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane for safety and cleanup operations. While the mainline of the highway was reopened shortly after, the HOV lane remained closed for additional clearance efforts.
Traffic management teams worked efficiently to control the situation, directing vehicles and minimizing congestion. The on-ramp from Magnolia Avenue to southbound Interstate 5 was also temporarily shut down to assist with the emergency response.
By approximately 3:36 AM, the mainline was cleared, although the HOV lane continued to experience delays due to ongoing cleanup operations. Motorists were advised to expect residual backups as traffic resumed to normal flow.
Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the vehicles involved in the collision, and the scene was cleared by 4:00 AM. Drivers in the area were encouraged to use alternate routes to avoid potential delays during the morning commute.