A significant traffic disruption occurred today on Interstate 10 West at Kellogg Drive in San Dimas, CA, due to an ongoing situation that required emergency services. The California Highway Patrol issued multiple SIG Alerts, diverting traffic and restricting media access as authorities conducted an active criminal investigation.
The incident began around 5:46 PM when reports of a possible fatality emerged, prompting the immediate closure of the Kellogg Drive off-ramp. Emergency services quickly arrived on the scene, and by 5:53 PM, an additional SIG Alert was issued for northbound Route 71 to westbound Interstate 10, indicating that all traffic would be diverted for an unknown duration.
By 6:25 PM, it was confirmed that traffic would be diverted for approximately three hours, leading to significant delays for motorists in the area. As the situation unfolded, media access was further restricted. At 9:00 PM, it was reported that media could stage at the Kellogg Drive off-ramp from the eastbound Interstate 10, but access to the freeway itself was prohibited due to the ongoing investigation.
By 11:26 PM, the SIG Alert was extended for an additional hour and a half, indicating that the situation remained unresolved. As of the latest updates, the incident is still ongoing, with no specific details available regarding injuries or the total number of vehicles involved.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes as traffic management measures remain in effect. The California Highway Patrol will provide updates as more information becomes available regarding the incident.