A significant traffic collision occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 210 (I-210) near the Mountain Avenue off-ramp in Monrovia, CA. The incident involved seven vehicles, including a dark-colored sedan, a white sedan in the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane, a gray Honda HRV, and several other vehicles. Reports indicate that some of these vehicles were blocking lanes, resulting in disruptions in both the slow lane and the HOV lane, which caused delays and congestion for motorists.
Emergency response teams arrived promptly to manage the situation. Multiple traffic units were dispatched to control traffic flow and ensure safety in the area surrounding the collision. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the incident.
As a result of the traffic incident, drivers experienced significant backups and delays, particularly during the morning commute hours. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the affected area until the situation is fully resolved.
This traffic collision underscores the importance of safe driving practices and the potential for unexpected incidents on busy highways. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation as they work to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions.