Traffic Collision Causes Delays on Route 57

Traffic Collision on State Route 57 South in Orange Causes Delays Today

📍 Orange, CA

📅 Published: August 12, 2025 at 03:06 PM

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Orange, August 12, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the interchange of State Route 57 South and Interstate 5 South in Orange, CA. The incident was reported around 2:14 PM and involved a green Toyota RAV4 and a white Honda sedan.

The collision resulted in the blockage of the first lane of traffic, causing significant delays for motorists in the area. Emergency services responded promptly, with units dispatched to manage the situation and facilitate the clearing of the roadway. By 2:19 PM, efforts were underway to move the vehicles to the right-hand side of the roadway to restore normal traffic flow.

As the afternoon commute progressed, drivers experienced congestion and backups due to the incident. Emergency responders worked diligently to minimize the impact on traffic, and by approximately 2:48 PM, units were preparing to clear the scene, signaling that traffic conditions would soon improve.

Motorists are advised to remain cautious and expect potential residual delays as traffic resumes its normal pace. This traffic collision highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially during busy travel times.

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