A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of State Route 55 (SR-55) near Baker Street in Costa Mesa, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 8:26 PM, involving a white pickup truck and a white Chevrolet. The pickup truck collided with a fence and subsequently blocked the far left lane of the highway.
Emergency response units quickly arrived to manage the situation and implemented traffic management measures. The lane closures resulted in significant congestion and delays for motorists traveling through the area. Drivers experienced backups as they navigated the affected section of the highway.
Towing operations were initiated to remove the vehicles from the roadway. A tow truck was called to assist with the Chevrolet, and by 9:23 PM, the vehicles had been successfully cleared from the scene. This allowed traffic to gradually return to normal.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious while traveling through this area, as residual delays may continue. The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to stay alert and follow posted traffic signs as they navigate through the aftermath of this traffic incident.