A significant traffic collision occurred today on the eastbound lanes of State Route 118, just west of Interstate 5 (I-5) in Los Angeles, CA. The incident involved three vehicles: a black Hyundai Kona, a white van that was reported to be on fire, and an unknown vehicle. This traffic incident led to major disruptions, with multiple lanes blocked and considerable congestion in the area.
Emergency response teams promptly arrived to manage the situation and control traffic flow. Fire units were dispatched to address the fire engulfing the white van, while tow trucks were called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the collision. Due to the severity of the incident, all lanes were initially closed, resulting in significant delays for motorists during the evening commute.
Authorities issued a sigalert, indicating that lanes would remain blocked for approximately one hour as crews worked to clear the wreckage and extinguish the fire. As conditions improve, officials expect to reopen at least one lane to help alleviate the traffic backup. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays in the area.