DOWNEY, CA – A semi overturned on the northbound 605 Freeway leading to the northbound 5 Freeway late yesterday morning, KFI AM 640 reports.
The truck, which was hauling about 50,000 pounds of cargo, tipped over at approximately 11 a.m. Wednesday, blocking the northbound lanes of the 605 and preventing motorists from exiting onto the northbound 5 or Studebaker Road.
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Part of the trailer fell down an embankment, further complicating removal efforts.
It is not clear whether anyone was injured at this time.
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