A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South (I-5 S) near Imperial in San Diego, CA, involving five vehicles. The incident took place around 1:57 PM and included a black Kia Sportage, a white Toyota Tundra, a blue Jeep, a white truck, and a van.
Due to the collision, the left lanes of the highway were closed, allowing only the far right lane to remain open for traffic. This has resulted in significant delays and congestion for drivers, particularly affecting those on their afternoon commute. Emergency services arrived promptly to manage the scene and direct traffic, ensuring safety while a tow service was requested for at least one of the vehicles involved.
Motorists are advised to avoid this area if possible and seek alternate routes to mitigate delays. The presence of emergency responders is focused on maintaining traffic flow and facilitating the safe removal of the vehicles involved in the traffic incident.
Travelers should remain cautious and expect ongoing delays on I-5 South near Imperial in San Diego, CA, as cleanup efforts continue. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.