A significant traffic collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 710 (I-710) in Commerce, CA, causing major delays during the morning commute. The incident involved five vehicles, including a red Toyota Scion, a semi truck, and two big rigs. The red sedan was reported to be blocking the middle lanes after colliding with an unknown vehicle described as “blacked out” and damaged from the crash.
Emergency services responded promptly, with multiple units dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow. The collision resulted in the blockage of the middle lanes, leading to considerable traffic congestion and backups for motorists traveling through the area. Witnesses reported smoke coming from one of the vehicles involved, complicating the situation further.
A citywide towing request was initiated to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the traffic incident. Traffic was halted in the vicinity, and additional units were called to help alleviate the growing delays. As of now, all lanes remain impacted, and drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the area.
Motorists should expect continued congestion as cleanup efforts are underway. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.