A traffic collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 405 (I-405) at Lakewood Boulevard in Long Beach, CA, resulting in significant traffic disruptions. The incident involved five vehicles, including a Land Rover, a gray Nissan Sentra, and a black Kia, with two additional vehicles reported as non-drivable.
The collision was first reported at approximately 1:53 PM, leading to immediate lane closures in the high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane. Emergency response teams, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and Freeway Service Patrol (FSP), were dispatched to the scene to manage traffic flow and control the situation. Tow services were engaged to remove the vehicles obstructing the HOV lane, which contributed to delays in the area.
As the incident unfolded, all parties involved were observed walking in the HOV lane, and the tow truck was called to assist in clearing the roadway. The removal of the vehicles is expected to alleviate congestion as cleanup efforts continue.
Motorists traveling on northbound I-405 should anticipate delays and possible backups near Lakewood Boulevard as the situation is resolved. Drivers are advised to consider alternate routes to avoid congestion during this afternoon's traffic.