Vehicle Fire Disrupts Traffic on I-10 Eastbound

Serious Incident on Interstate 10 in Colton, CA Involves Vehicle Fire and Unknown Injuries

📍 Colton, CA

📅 Published: December 15, 2024 at 05:34 PM

🔄 Updated: December 16, 2024 at 03:00 AM

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Colton, December 15, 2024 -

A serious incident occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Riverside Avenue in Colton, CA, when a gray Toyota Camry veered off the roadway and down an embankment. The vehicle reportedly caught fire shortly after the crash, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.

At approximately 4:46 PM, reports indicated that the vehicle had gone off the road and was not visible from the highway. Within minutes, the situation escalated as the car was seen smoking and subsequently igniting. Emergency responders worked diligently to assist any individuals potentially trapped inside the vehicle.

Traffic was significantly impacted in the area, with the slow lane being blocked due to the fire and rescue operations. Authorities implemented a hard closure of the slow lane for approximately two hours to facilitate recovery efforts.

While the exact number of vehicles involved remains unclear, it is confirmed that at least one vehicle was part of the incident. The vehicle was later towed to a local yard for further investigation.

As of now, the status of any injuries remains unknown. The California Highway Patrol is managing the scene, and motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area.

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