LA County Fire Department Truck Involved in Startling Crash on 5 Freeway [San Fernando, CA]

LA County Fire Department Truck Involved in Startling Crash on 5 Freeway [San Fernando, CA]
LA County Fire Department Truck Involved in Startling Crash on 5 Freeway [San Fernando, CA]

2 Injured in San Fernando Auto Accident on 5 Freeway near San Fernando Mission Boulevard

SAN FERNANDO, CA (May 17, 2023) – Tuesday afternoon, an LA County Fire Department truck was involved in a startling crash on 5 Freeway.

The incident happened just after 3:30 p.m. on the southbound 5 Freeway near San Fernando Mission Boulevard.

According to reports, a work truck rear-ended a Los Angeles County Fire Department truck, said the Los Angeles Fire Department.

Meanwhile, crews said that two people sustained injuries. However, they haven’t clarified whether the two patients were transported to a hospital.

Meanwhile, the work truck had major damage, appearing partially crumpled. However, the authorities haven’t clarified whether the fire truck sustained major damage.

Moreover, the incident led to a major backup on the southbound freeway at the onset of the evening rush hour.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.


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