A significant traffic collision occurred today on the Eastbound lanes of Interstate 105 (I-105) at Crenshaw Boulevard in Hawthorne, CA, causing major disruptions during the morning commute. The incident involved five vehicles, including a Black SUV, a Dark colored vehicle, a Red GMC, a Silver Chevrolet Cruz, and an unidentified vehicle.
Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene to manage traffic and control the situation. As a result of the collision, lanes 4 and 5 were closed, and the middle lanes were blocked, leading to substantial delays and congestion for drivers in the area. Tow services were dispatched to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the crash.
Motorists traveling on I-105 can expect significant backups as crews work to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow. The situation has created a bottleneck, particularly for those heading eastbound near Vermont Avenue.
Drivers are advised to consider alternative routes to avoid delays and exercise caution while navigating through the affected area. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the traffic incident to ensure safety and expedite the reopening of the lanes.