A multi-vehicle collision occurred early today on Interstate 15 North near Rancho Bernardo in San Diego, California, involving a semi-truck and three other vehicles. The incident began at approximately 12:25 AM, resulting in a secondary collision shortly after.
Emergency services responded promptly, with units arriving at the scene by 1:00 AM. The first vehicle involved, a white GMC Sierra, was safely pulled over to the right-hand side of the highway. However, the semi-truck, a white Toyota Camry, and a silver Dodge pickup truck were involved in the subsequent collision.
The report did not specify the extent of injuries, but emergency responders managed the situation effectively. Tow services were called to assist in clearing the roadway, as the vehicles were obstructing traffic. By 12:46 AM, it was reported that another collision had occurred involving the Toyota Camry and the Dodge pickup truck, which were also pulled over to the side.
Traffic on Interstate 15 North was significantly impacted during the incident, with all lanes initially closed. By 1:23 AM, emergency crews managed to open the first two lanes, allowing some traffic flow to resume. All lanes were fully reopened by 1:24 AM, with flares being removed as traffic conditions improved.
The California Highway Patrol worked diligently to ensure the safety of all involved and to restore normal traffic patterns as quickly as possible. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the collisions.
Motorists traveling through the area during the incident experienced delays, but the prompt response from emergency services helped to minimize the disruption. The situation was resolved efficiently, allowing for the safe return of traffic to the busy highway.