![[10-16-2025] Big Rig Crash Closes Lanes on 605 Freeway Near Valley Boulevard in Avocado Heights](https://ak1.to//JN5.webp)
A crash involving a big rig and several vehicles shut down multiple lanes on the 605 Freeway and also affected traffic on the nearby 10 and 60 Freeways during the Thursday morning commute in Los Angeles County, October 16, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident was reported just after 6:30 a.m. on the northbound side of the freeway near Valley Boulevard in the Avocado Heights area.
The crash sent a van over an embankment, resulting in a Sigalert for the closure of three lanes, leaving only the HOV lane open to traffic.
Delays quickly built on the 605 Freeway, affecting traffic on the 10 Freeway to the north and the 60 Freeway to the south. The Sigalert was expected to last until nearly 9:00 a.m., but delays were expected to continue much longer.
Motorists were urged to take alternate routes. No injuries were confirmed at the time of reporting.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
