Traffic snarled as hazmat spill shuts down eastbound 10 Freeway in West Covina

WEST COVINA, Calif. (KABC) — A hazardous materials leak from a semi-truck prompted closures on the eastbound 10 Freeway and the Pacific Avenue off-ramp in West Covina Wednesday, according to fire officials.

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The West Covina Fire Department and law enforcement personnel responded to the scene of the leak on the eastbound side of the freeway at Pacific Avenue.

Authorities said the eastbound 10 Freeway and the Pacific Avenue off-ramp were closed for an undetermined amount of time. Drivers were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

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Officials said no businesses or residents were affected by the incident and that the situation remained contained to the immediate area.

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Footage from AIR7 showed heavy traffic backing up near the scene.

Authorities said updates would be provided as they become available.