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Long Beach, CA (June 30, 2026) – A two-vehicle collision with emergency medical assistance requested was reported on Sunday, June 28, on northbound Interstate 405 just south of Palo Verde Ave in Long Beach.
Dispatch records show the call was received at approximately 2:40 p.m. after a reporting party advised they had been involved in a collision. Initial information identified the vehicles as a gray Nissan and a gray Subaru, with one lane blocked. Additional updates indicated the Subaru Outback and the gray sedan were blocking the HOV lane.
Emergency units arrived to assist those involved, and the roadway was later cleared as the vehicles were moved off the freeway at the Palo Verde exit. Dispatch logs later described the collision as non-injury, and a tow service was requested for one of the vehicles.
The people involved were not publicly identified, and no further details about the collision were immediately available. The circumstances surrounding the accident continue to be reviewed.
We are thinking of everyone involved and hope they remain safe following the collision.
Why Freeway Lane Blockages Can Create Additional Hazards
When vehicles come to rest in active freeway lanes, traffic conditions can change rapidly. Drivers approaching the blockage may have little time to react, especially during periods of heavy traffic. This can increase the risk of secondary collisions if motorists are unable to slow down or merge safely.
Even after damaged vehicles are moved to the shoulder or an exit ramp, traffic may remain congested while debris is removed and disabled vehicles are towed away. Roadway inspections may also be completed if barriers or other highway features are affected. These steps help restore normal traffic flow while reducing the chance of additional crashes in the same area.
