A significant traffic collision involving four vehicles occurred today on Interstate 5 North near South Eastern Avenue in Commerce, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 10:42 PM, leading to major traffic disruptions in the area. The first lane was blocked, causing all lanes to experience stoppage at one point, resulting in considerable congestion for motorists.
Emergency response units arrived promptly to manage the situation and took control of the scene. Towing services were called to assist in removing the vehicles involved in the traffic incident, with the first tow truck arriving shortly after 10:57 PM. By 11:14 PM, emergency personnel had begun clearing the vehicles from the roadway, but traffic remained significantly impacted as all lanes were stopped near Washington Boulevard.
As the situation developed, additional towing support was provided to expedite the removal of the vehicles and restore normal traffic flow. By 11:40 PM, the freeway tow service had successfully cleared the scene, allowing traffic to gradually resume. Motorists in the area should remain cautious and expect residual delays as the traffic incident is cleared.
Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes if possible to avoid congestion on Interstate 5 North during this time.