Los Angeles,December 27,2025 05:37:00 –
Severe rainfall caused widespread flooding and road closures across Los Angeles and Ventura counties,disrupting travel and prompting safety concerns.
- A section of the 5 Freeway in Sun Valley was flooded, halting traffic.
- A FedEx truck crashed on the 5 Freeway in San Fernando, scattering packages across the lanes.
- Multiple state routes in Los Angeles and Ventura counties are closed due to flooding and debris.
Hours of heavy rain created hazardous conditions throughout the Los Angeles area, leading to important disruptions on major roadways. A portion of the 5 Freeway in Sun Valley became flooded, impacting commuters and creating dangerous driving conditions.
The California Highway Patrol closed a section of the 5 Freeway in San Fernando following a crash involving a FedEx truck. According to reports, the truck split open, scattering packages across multiple lanes.
Flooding in Eagle Rock, at the intersection of Colorado Boulevard and Monte Bonito, was so severe that vehicles were forced to turn around, as a main artery became completely submerged.
Road Closures
Multiple roads remain affected by the storm in both Los Angeles and Ventura counties, with several state routes experiencing full closures. The northbound 5 Freeway is currently closed between Lankershim Boulevard and Truxford Street.
Southbound traffic on the 5 Freeway is limited to two right lanes between Sheldon Street and Lankershim Boulevard. The southbound Lankershim Boulevard on-ramp and the southbound Calgrove Boulevard on-ramp are also closed.
Did you know?– California experiences an average of 41 days of rain per year, but most rainfall is concentrated between November and March. This storm is one of the most significant early-season events in recent years.
The 101 Freeway has reduced lanes, with the left lane closed in both directions between California Street and Seaward Avenue. The Angeles Crest Highway is fully closed for 12 miles west of State Route 39, on San gabriel Canyon Road.
State Route 27 at Topanga Canyon Boulevard remains closed between Grand View drive and Pacific Coast Highway. All lanes are closed on State Route 33 between Fairview and Lockwood Valley roads. State Route 138 is also fully closed between State Route 18 and 263rd Street East in Ventura County.
Pro tip– Before traveling,check the Caltrans QuickMap website or app for real-time road conditions and closures. Allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes.
The closures are impacting travel throughout the region, and motorists are advised to avoid affected areas and check traffic conditions before commuting.
time.news based this report in part on reporting by local news outlets and added independent analysis and context.
Expanded News Report:
Los angeles, December 27, 2025 05:37:00 – Severe rainfall, beginning late Tuesday, caused widespread flooding and road closures across Los Angeles and Ventura counties, disrupting travel and prompting safety concerns. The storm, fueled by an atmospheric river, dumped several inches of rain across the region in a short period, overwhelming drainage systems and leading to hazardous conditions.
- A section of the 5 Freeway in Sun Valley was flooded, halting traffic.
- A FedEx truck crashed on the 5 Freeway in San Fernando, scattering packages across
