SAN PEDRO, Calif.—The Vincent Thomas Bridge and the 47 Freeway at the ports of Los Angeles and Los Angeles were reopened Saturday after workers removed an overturned big rig and the hazardous material it spilled, authorities said.
“The Vincent Thomas Bridge, State Route 47 and I-710 are now OPEN at @PortofLA @portoflongbeach!” Caltrans posted Saturday morning on X. “The battery cargo, truck & debris were removed. Caltrans bridge inspection found no structural damage. All lanes are open. Please drive safely!”
The rig overturned shortly before noon Thursday in the 900 block of North Seaside Avenue near the start of the Seaside (47) Freeway, spilling its cargo of lithium ion batteries….