A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 North (I-5) at the intersection with State Route 78 South in Carlsbad, CA, causing major disruptions to traffic flow. The incident involved five vehicles: a silver Mercedes, a small grey sedan, a white Subaru with deployed airbags, a white SUV, and an unknown solo vehicle.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where multiple lanes were closed to manage the situation. Specifically, the first, second, and third lanes were affected, leading to considerable congestion and delays for motorists during the busy afternoon commute. The vehicles involved remained on-site, and their removal was not detailed, but the scene was under control.
As emergency crews worked to clear the area, drivers experienced significant backups along this section of the highway. Motorists are advised to expect ongoing delays and to consider alternative routes to avoid further congestion.
Traffic is expected to remain slow-moving until the situation is resolved. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the traffic incident in Carlsbad, CA.