A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South (I-5 S) at Sunland Boulevard in Los Angeles, CA, involving two vehicles: a semi truck and a black pickup truck. The incident took place around 12:42 PM and resulted in one vehicle flipping over, blocking multiple lanes.
As a consequence of the traffic incident, all lanes were temporarily stopped, leading to considerable delays and congestion for drivers in the area. The high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes were also closed to facilitate emergency response efforts. Traffic control measures were swiftly implemented to manage the situation and ensure safety.
Emergency services arrived promptly to oversee traffic management and scene control. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the overturned pickup truck, which was reported to be on its side in the number one lane. Due to the nature of the incident, a signal alert was issued, indicating that the HOV lanes would remain closed for at least one hour.
By approximately 1:36 PM, the scene was cleared, and the signal alert was canceled, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow. However, drivers should remain cautious as residual delays may still be experienced in the area following the incident.