A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 5 North near the Western Avenue off-ramp in Glendale, CA. The incident took place during the evening rush hour and involved a gray sedan and an unknown sedan. One of the vehicles was blocking the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane, leading to significant traffic disruptions.
Emergency services promptly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and control traffic flow. Initially, the HOV lane, along with lanes one and two, were closed to facilitate the emergency response. As crews worked to clear the area, traffic congestion increased, causing delays for motorists in the vicinity.
A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the collision. Emergency personnel worked diligently to reopen additional lanes, aiming to alleviate the traffic backup.
As of now, all other lanes are expected to be reopened shortly, which should help reduce the congestion affecting evening commuters. Drivers are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays as cleanup efforts continue.
For those traveling on Interstate 5 North in Glendale, CA, it is recommended to consider alternate routes to avoid the ongoing traffic incident.