A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 15 South at the Interstate 215 interchange in San Bernardino, CA, involving a white Mitsubishi Eclipse and a FedEx truck. The incident took place around 6:38 AM when the Mitsubishi reportedly spun out, struck a guard rail, and went underneath the FedEx truck, resulting in significant damage.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene. The driver of the Mitsubishi was found bleeding after exiting the vehicle, but the extent of his injuries remains unknown. The Mitsubishi was towed from the scene due to the extensive damage, while the FedEx truck remained involved in the incident.
Witnesses indicated that a tire blowout may have occurred prior to the collision, potentially contributing to the loss of control. The top of the Mitsubishi was sheared off during the crash, underscoring the severity of the impact.
Although the vehicles were moved to the roadside, traffic was impacted in the area. The Mitsubishi was reported to be approximately one-eighth of a mile behind the FedEx truck. Fortunately, there were no additional reports of injuries related to this incident.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation on-site to ensure safety and restore normal traffic flow.