A significant traffic collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 (I-5) near Branford Street in Los Angeles, CA, causing major disruptions during the early morning hours. The incident involved four vehicles: a white truck, a white semi that jackknifed and began leaking fuel, a grey Tesla Model S with front-end damage, and a solo vehicle.
As a result of the collision, multiple lanes were closed, leading to substantial traffic delays and congestion in the area. Emergency services quickly responded to manage the scene, focusing on traffic control and coordinating towing efforts to clear the wreckage and address the fuel leak.
At approximately 3:39 AM, authorities reported that the jackknifed semi was blocking the fast lanes, prompting the closure of the first three lanes. Traffic was significantly backed up as a result, with motorists experiencing delays. By 4:11 AM, one lane was reopened, but the impact of the collision continued to affect traffic flow.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible and seek alternate routes to minimize delays. The situation is still developing, and further updates will be provided as the scene is cleared and normal traffic patterns are restored.