Alhambra, CA — A silver Toyota Prius and an unidentified vehicle were involved in a traffic collision early this morning on the westbound Interstate 10 freeway near Almansor Street. The incident, reported at approximately 2:49 a.m. on January 13, 2025, resulted in the Prius blocking the high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane and causing traffic disruptions.
Emergency services arrived promptly, finding the Prius with significant damage, including a missing tire. A tow truck was dispatched, and by 3:14 a.m., the damaged vehicle was in tow, helping to alleviate traffic congestion.
Traffic was temporarily halted during the response to ensure the safety of emergency personnel and facilitate the vehicle’s removal. The extent of injuries remains unknown, but authorities commended the swift actions of responders in managing the situation efficiently.
Motorists on westbound Interstate 10 are urged to exercise caution and anticipate potential delays while cleanup operations continue. Drivers are advised to consider alternate routes until normal traffic flow is fully restored.