MULTI-VEHICLE CRASH ON SB 710 NEAR DOWNTOWN LONG BEACH, EXTRICATION UNDERWAY

A traffic collision on southbound 710 Freeway at West 6th Street in Long Beach has forced emergency crews to launch an extrication operation early Wednesday morning. The crash was reported at 2:34 a.m., with dispatch data indicating multiple vehicles involved.

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Long Beach Fire Department units are on scene. Details on the number of people trapped, extent of injuries, or what triggered the collision remain limited at this hour. The SB 710 FY at W 6th St corridor - part of the heavily-traveled route connecting Long Beach to Orange County - is expected to see significant delays as crews work.

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Motorists should expect major backups and consider alternate routes around the area.

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This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.