A traffic collision on State Route 91 West in Cerritos, CA, caused significant traffic delays during the evening commute today. The incident occurred around 6:35 PM and involved three vehicles: a white Toyota Sienna, a grey Ford pickup truck, and a white Ford pickup truck. All vehicles were rendered not drivable and were blocking the slow lane, resulting in congestion and backups on the highway.
Emergency response units were quickly dispatched to the scene to manage traffic and control the situation. Tow services were called to assist with the removal of the vehicles, which could not continue driving. As responders worked to clear the roadway, motorists experienced delays as traffic was funneled into the remaining open lanes.
The collision led to lane blockages that contributed to a slowdown in traffic flow, particularly during the busy evening hours. Drivers in the area should expect continued delays as the situation is resolved and the roadway is cleared.
Authorities are advising motorists to consider alternative routes to avoid the congestion caused by this traffic incident. Updates will be provided as the scene is cleared and normal traffic patterns are restored.