A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 405 (I-405) at the interchange with Interstate 5 (I-5) in Irvine, CA. The incident took place during the early morning hours and involved a white sedan with front-end damage and a bus that was attempting to maneuver around the stalled vehicle.
The collision blocked the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane, resulting in significant traffic congestion and delays for commuters. Emergency response teams quickly arrived on the scene to manage the situation and implement traffic control measures. A tow truck was called to assist in removing the damaged white sedan, which was facing the wrong direction in the HOV lane.
By approximately 5:20 AM, all lanes were reported to be open except for the HOV lane, which remained blocked due to ongoing recovery efforts. Motorists traveling through this busy interchange experienced backups and delays as traffic began to normalize.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes to avoid potential congestion in the area. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the scene to ensure safe passage for all vehicles.