Altadena, CA – A freeway safety incident on SR-2 near I-210 is prompting renewed warnings from the California Highway Patrol about the dangers of stopping in traffic lanes.
According to a CHP Altadena-area social media post, an officer recently contacted a driver who stopped in the No. 3 lane on northbound State Route 2, just south of Interstate 210, and exited his vehicle to remove a bag from the roadway while vehicles were traveling at freeway speeds.
CHP officials said stopping in active lanes and getting out of a vehicle puts both the driver and others at significant risk of a crash. What may appear to be a quick attempt to help can quickly become hazardous in fast-moving traffic conditions, the agency noted.
Authorities emphasized that drivers should not attempt to remove debris themselves on freeways. Instead, they are urged to call 911 so trained personnel can respond and safely handle roadway hazards.
The advisory highlights ongoing safety concerns across Southern California freeways, where debris-related incidents can lead to sudden braking, lane changes, and collisions.
For commuters and younger drivers who may feel pressure to act quickly, officials stress that reporting hazards—rather than intervening—is the safest choice.
CHP continues to remind motorists that their safety comes first and that roadway hazards should be handled by law enforcement or maintenance crews equipped for high-speed environments.
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