A significant traffic collision occurred today on southbound Interstate 605 (I-605) near Katella Avenue in Long Beach, CA, involving four vehicles. The incident took place around midday and included a grey Chevrolet, a light grey Ford pickup truck, a grey Honda sedan, and a grey Toyota sedan, along with one additional unidentified vehicle.
The collision resulted in multiple lanes being blocked, leading to a full closure of the freeway at one point. Emergency services responded quickly, focusing on traffic management and scene control to minimize congestion. A tow truck was called to the scene to remove the Ford pickup truck, which was involved in the crash and contributed to the blockage.
Motorists experienced significant delays as traffic backed up in the area. The situation was complicated by debris that fell from the pickup truck, which spread across the lanes, requiring additional cleanup efforts.
By early afternoon, emergency responders had made progress in clearing the roadway, but traffic remained slow as crews worked to restore normal conditions. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid congestion and to remain cautious as cleanup efforts continue.