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Long Beach, CA (February 1, 2026) – Emergency responders rushed to the scene of a two-vehicle collision with injuries on the northbound side of the 405 Freeway near Lakewood Boulevard on Saturday morning. The incident was reported at approximately 11:19 a.m. on January 30 and prompted a coordinated response from local fire units and the California Highway Patrol.
First responders, including paramedics and rescue crews, arrived quickly and began assisting individuals injured in the crash. Crews from Long Beach Fire initiated care at the scene, responding under a Charlie-level emergency call. Multiple lanes were impacted as personnel worked to assess and stabilize those involved.
The crash occurred in a heavily traveled stretch of the 405 Freeway, just north of the Lakewood Blvd exit—a known area for high-speed traffic and lane changes. Details regarding the exact nature of the injuries or the number of people treated have not been released.
Authorities confirmed that the California Highway Patrol responded to assist with scene control and begin an investigation into the cause of the collision. No official word yet on whether impaired driving, speed, or other factors contributed to the crash.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this collision, and we wish them a full and timely recovery.
