A semi-truck overturned today, blocking the westbound lane of Interstate 8 at Buckman Springs Road in Pine Valley, CA. The incident occurred early this morning at approximately 6:52 AM. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries.
As the situation developed, authorities confirmed that the overturned semi-truck was obstructing the first lane of westbound traffic. By 7:12 AM, traffic control measures were in place, diverting vehicles off at Buckman Springs Road to facilitate recovery operations. This diversion was necessary due to limited space for recovery efforts near the bridge.
Multiple tow trucks were dispatched to assist with the removal of the overturned vehicle. However, a tow request was later canceled, indicating that the situation was being managed effectively. As of 7:36 AM, the westbound lanes of Interstate 8 remained closed, with traffic being redirected to ensure safety while recovery operations continued.
Motorists traveling in the area are advised to seek alternative routes, as recovery efforts are expected to take some time. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the situation to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the reopening of the westbound lanes.