Major Collision Causes Traffic Chaos on I-15

Major Traffic Collision on Interstate 15 North Near Gopher Canyon in Escondido, CA, Causes Lane Closures and Traffic Delays

📍 Escondido, CA

📅 Published: December 2, 2024 at 03:02 PM

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Escondido, December 2, 2024 -

A significant traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on Interstate 15 North near Gopher Canyon in Escondido, CA. The incident took place around 2:11 PM and involved a gray Kia Soul, an unknown sport utility vehicle, and another unidentified vehicle. The collision resulted in substantial damage, with at least one vehicle requiring towing due to being non-drivable.

Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where debris was scattered across the roadway, and airbag deployment was reported in the involved vehicles. The unknown sport utility vehicle reportedly veered off the right side of the freeway and overturned, landing on its roof in the center divider.

As a result of the collision, the first lane remained closed for an extended period while emergency crews worked to clear the area and assess the situation. The extent of injuries remains unknown, but the incident caused significant traffic delays for motorists in the vicinity.

Authorities are advising drivers to exercise caution and consider alternate routes while the situation is being resolved. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the incident and any potential injuries.

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