A traffic collision on the eastbound side of the Ronald Reagan Freeway (Interstate 118) transitioning to the northbound side of the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405) in Los Angeles, CA, has caused significant traffic disruptions today. The incident occurred around 1:19 PM and involved one vehicle, a grey Toyota, which was rendered undriveable due to the crash.
Emergency services responded swiftly with multiple units to manage the situation and clear the roadway. As a result of the collision, several lanes were closed, leading to traffic backups and delays for motorists in the area. By approximately 2:04 PM, the vehicle was towed from the scene, allowing traffic to gradually resume.
Motorists traveling through this busy intersection during the afternoon commute should expect residual congestion as traffic begins to normalize. The California Highway Patrol is advising drivers to remain cautious and to anticipate potential delays as the area recovers from this traffic incident.
For those planning to travel in Los Angeles, CA, it is advisable to seek alternate routes to avoid any lingering traffic congestion in the wake of this incident.