SHERMAN OAKS, CA – 1 Hospitalized After Tree Falls, Causes Collision on 405 Freeway Near Burbank Boulevard

1 Person Injured in Sherman Oaks Crash

 
SHERMAN OAKS, CA (February 22, 2019) – One person was hospitalized Thursday after a eucalyptus tree toppled onto the 405 Freeway near Burbank Boulevard.
 
Around 1:30 p.m., a eucalyptus tree fell on top of the on-ramp, causing damage to a sedan and another vehicle.
 
A Ford F-150 was struck by a branch – its windshield shattered. Three people were medically evaluated at the scene and one driver was taken to a nearby hospital, according to California Highway Patrol.
 
Traffic near the Highway 101 interchange was jammed as crews cleaned the area. By 2:40 p.m., all lanes of the southbound 405 Freeway were reopened.
 
During severe weather, prepare yourself for any harm. If you are driving in heavy fog, torrential rainfall or thick snow, adjust your driving according to the weather. Inclement weather does play a part in car accidents and as drivers, we must be responsible and safe on the roadway.

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