A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 605 (I-605) near Whittier Boulevard in Whittier, CA. The incident was reported around 9:02 PM, with a van found on its side, blocking the offramp, while a second vehicle was also overturned, obstructing the slow lane.
The collision led to significant traffic delays, affecting the flow of vehicles in the area. Emergency response units quickly arrived to manage the situation, implementing traffic control measures to alleviate congestion. Both the slow lane and the offramp were impacted, causing backups for motorists during the evening commute.
Initially, a tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the vehicles; however, this request was later canceled. Another tow truck was subsequently scheduled to respond to the scene to clear the roadway.
Motorists in the vicinity are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays and congestion caused by the traffic incident on I-605. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safe and efficient clearing of the roadway.