A portion of the Pacific Coast Highway in Long Beach has been shut down due to a traffic collision, impacting travel for local commuters. The Long Beach Police Department announced early Wednesday that the thoroughfare from Junipero Avenue to Obispo Avenue is closed in both directions as they investigate the crash site. Motorists are being urged to find alternate routes.
According to a post by the Long Beach Police Department on X, formerly known as Twitter, the disruption is due to a crash that occurred near Long Beach City College. Although details were sparse at the scene closed both directions, updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
⚠️#LBAlert : Pacific Coast Highway from Junipero Avenue to Obispo Avenue is closed in both directions, due to a traffic collision investigation.
— Long Beach PD (CA) (@LBPD) January 3, 2024
Please plan your travel accordingly. pic.twitter.com/dB2PmOTOmC
The exact cause of the crash and information regarding potential injuries have not been disclosed. With the investigation ongoing, the section of the Pacific Coast Highway remains off-limits, prompting drivers to avoid one of the city's essential arteries and seek detours to their destinations.
As reported by the LB Post, the police have not released further details of the collision that shut down lanes on this major route. Officials, assessing the aftermath and while the lane closures remain in effect, are working to reopen the highway as swiftly and safely as possible.
