A traffic collision involving two vehicles, a black SUV and a semi-truck, occurred late last night on Interstate 5 North near the San Onofre Nuclear Plant in San Diego County, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 10:37 PM and was confirmed shortly thereafter as a vehicle versus semi-truck collision.
Initial reports indicated that an unknown vehicle was involved in the fast lane. By 10:40 PM, the black SUV was identified in the fast lane, while the semi-truck was found on the shoulder of the highway. A silver Chevrolet pickup truck was also noted at the scene, but no injuries were reported, and there were no occupants in any of the vehicles at the time of the collision.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol, responded quickly to the incident. By 11:03 PM, units arrived to assess the situation and manage traffic. The incident was classified as a solo vehicle collision, and by 11:50 PM, the lanes were cleared after a tow truck was called to remove the blocking vehicle.
Despite the nature of the collision, the prompt response from emergency services ensured that the situation was handled efficiently, with no injuries reported. The semi-truck sustained damage but remained on the shoulder, not obstructing traffic flow. The black SUV was subsequently towed from the scene.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 5 North in the vicinity of the San Onofre Nuclear Plant were advised to exercise caution as emergency services worked to clear the area. Fortunately, the incident concluded without further complications, allowing traffic to resume normal operations shortly after the vehicles were removed.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant, especially in high-traffic areas. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation and encourages all drivers to adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar occurrences in the future.