TRUCK ACCIDENT IMPACTS OPERATIONS AT THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES

LOS ANGELES - Sept. 26, 2024 - Port of Los Angeles operations have been impacted by an incident Thursday afternoon involving an overturned tractor trailer carrying a load of lithium batteries. The incident occurred near Ocean and Navy Way on Terminal Island. Traffic is being re-routed away from the area and all motorists are advised to use alternate routes.

APM Terminals, Fenix Marine, Everport and Yusen Terminals will be closed Friday as local fire, hazmat and police agencies continue to work on scene. Trapac and West Basin Container Terminal will remain open, along with the World Cruise Center.

Los Angeles Port Police and senior port officials are working with responding agencies, container terminal operators, union officials and other stakeholders to ensure safety and minimize disruptions. The Port will provide further updates as additional information becomes available.