A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Sunland Boulevard in Los Angeles, CA, leading to significant traffic disruptions during the morning commute. The vehicles involved included a gray Nissan, a black Mercedes, and an unknown vehicle.
The incident was first reported at approximately 8:36 AM, resulting in lane closures that affected the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane and additional lanes three and four. Emergency services responded quickly to manage the scene and control traffic flow. A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the removal of at least one vehicle involved in the collision.
By 8:59 AM, traffic management crews had issued a signal alert for 30 minutes to notify drivers of the ongoing situation and potential delays. As emergency responders worked to clear the scene, motorists faced congestion and backups in the area.
By 9:53 AM, the signal alert was canceled as the vehicles were moved to the roadside. However, drivers may still experience residual delays as traffic begins to return to normal. Authorities advise motorists to remain cautious and expect possible backups in the vicinity of the incident.