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LONG BEACH, Los Angeles County, Calif., Nov. 6, 2026 — Several people were hurt on Thursday afternoon, November 5, in a multi-vehicle crash on southbound I-710 at the Long Beach Boulevard off-ramp, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision reportedly involved a gray Mercedes, a black Subaru and a silver Mercedes, and blocked multiple lanes of southbound I-710. Children were reported inside one of the vehicles, and paramedics and a medical helicopter were requested to the scene. A bystander who stopped to help was also noted at the scene near a black Chevrolet involved in the incident, though the CHP log does not make clear how that vehicle was involved.
The police initially classified the crash as a collision with no injuries before upgrading it a short time later to a collision with injuries, the log shows. The California Highway Patrol's Freeway Service Patrol also responded and later closed out its portion of the incident. No information on the number or severity of injuries has been released. The cause of the crash has not been confirmed, and no determination of fault has been made public.
The crash remains under investigation. Authorities have not said whether charges or citations are expected.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Local Crash Information for Long Beach, CA
This crash happened on I-710 in Long Beach, CA. For more on crashes in Long Beach, including local crash figures, trauma care, and how to request a police report, visit our Long Beach, CA accident reports page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What typically causes crashes involving multiple vehicles on freeways like I-710?
Multi-vehicle crashes usually stem from sudden braking, lane changes, or one driver misjudging the speed or position of another vehicle, which can trigger a chain reaction in heavy traffic.
Why does speed make a freeway crash more serious?
Higher speeds give drivers less time to react and increase the force of impact, which raises the likelihood of serious injury, especially in multi-vehicle pileups.
How does distracted driving contribute to crashes like this one?
A driver who looks away from the road for even a few seconds can miss a slowing vehicle ahead or a lane change, which is frequent enough to cause a chain-reaction collision.
Do weather or road conditions play a role in freeway crashes?
Wet pavement, glare, or debris can reduce traction and visibility, making it harder for drivers to stop safely or avoid a vehicle ahead of them.
