A traffic collision on Interstate 10 West in Baldwin Park, CA, caused significant delays today during the morning commute. The incident involved four vehicles, including a white Tesla blocking the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane and a black Hyundai also obstructing traffic. A black Mazda was positioned near the central divider, while a fourth vehicle was placed in tow.
The collision was reported shortly after 11:52 AM, leading to an immediate halt in traffic as emergency services arrived at the scene. Initially, all traffic was stopped, resulting in considerable congestion and backup on the highway. By 12:05 PM, a tow truck was requested for the Tesla, which was causing a major obstruction.
As emergency personnel managed the situation, the HOV lane was temporarily held, while lanes one through five were reopened to help alleviate the traffic. By 12:19 PM, the vehicle designated for towing was confirmed to be in tow, allowing for further lane clearance.
Motorists are advised to expect residual delays as traffic begins to normalize following the incident. The California Highway Patrol continues to oversee the situation and ensure safe passage for all drivers on Interstate 10 West.