A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 91 West near the Norwalk Boulevard off-ramp in Cerritos, CA, leading to significant traffic disruptions. The incident involved two vehicles, with one requiring towing assistance after it ended up in a drainage structure. As a result, lane #4 was closed to facilitate emergency response and vehicle recovery efforts.
The traffic incident was reported around 12:07 AM, prompting a swift response from emergency units to manage the scene. The vehicles were positioned in a manner that necessitated specialized towing equipment to safely extract one vehicle from the drainage area. Traffic was temporarily blocked in lane #4, which likely caused delays for early morning commuters.
Multiple emergency response units were deployed to secure the area and expedite the clearance process. By approximately 1:32 AM, a tow truck arrived on-site, and efforts were underway to remove the vehicles and restore normal traffic flow. Motorists in the vicinity were advised to expect possible backups and congestion as the situation was being resolved.
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid delays resulting from this traffic incident. The California Highway Patrol is actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates as necessary.