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UPDATED Aug 22, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
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Hazmat incident shuts down 605 near City of Industry
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The California Highway Patrol says a hazardous material incident led to closure of the 605 Freeway near the City of Industry. Reports of an unknown substance leaking from a trailer were received shortly before 10 a.m., and by about 1:30 p.m. CHP shut down both directions between the 10 and 60 freeways. Drivers were urged to use alternate routes.
WHO: California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers and additional personnel
WHAT: A hazardous material leak from a trailer prompted freeway shutdowns and traffic diversions.
WHEN: Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles, CA
WHY: Reports said an unknown substance was leaking from a trailer onto the roadway, prompting the hazardous material response.
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