Ortega Highway Accident Today, Fatal Crash Closes Eastbound Ortega Highway: Eastbound traffic on the Ortega Highway began to move late Thursday afternoon following a fatal crash that prompted a Sigalert. As of 4:53 p.m., the California Highway Patrol (CHP) started to allow eastbound traffic through, although the flow was very slow.
The fatal crash was reported shortly before 2 p.m. on the highway’s eastbound side, east of Antonio Parkway, at Cristianitos Road in Orange County. Preliminary reports indicate that the crash involved a van and a dump truck. Specific information about the victims has not been made available at this time.
Due to the severity of the accident, the eastbound side of the highway was closed for several hours as the CHP conducted their investigation. This closure caused significant delays and prompted the issuance of a Sigalert to inform motorists of the situation. Motorists are advised to continue exercising caution while traveling through the area, as traffic is still moving slowly and residual delays may persist. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the crash and the condition of those involved.
