A significant traffic collision occurred this morning on Interstate 5 South near Broadway in Santa Ana, CA, involving eight vehicles, including multiple motorcycles and sedans. The incident, which took place around 7:22 AM, has led to considerable traffic disruptions, particularly affecting the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane and the mainline lanes.
Witnesses reported that a civilian motorcycle was involved in a collision with a white Honda and two white sedans, while another motorcycle was down in the HOV lane. The presence of multiple vehicles has resulted in lane blockages and prompted law enforcement to issue roadway diversion directives to manage the situation effectively.
As emergency response teams arrived on the scene, multiple law enforcement units were deployed to control traffic and coordinate towing efforts. The traffic incident has created delays and congestion for morning commuters, with significant backups reported in the area.
Authorities anticipate that the roadway will remain impacted as they work to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid delays. The situation is being monitored closely, and updates will be provided as the scene is cleared.