A traffic collision involving two vehicles, including a semi-truck, occurred on Interstate 15 North near West Bernardo in Escondido, CA, today. The incident was reported at approximately 3:24 AM when a tire struck the semi-truck, leading to a collision with another unidentified vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the collision initially blocked the third and fourth lanes of the highway. Debris was present in the lanes, prompting a tow truck to be dispatched for cleanup. By 3:56 AM, one to three lanes were reopened, allowing for some traffic flow. However, all lanes remained blocked until 4:29 AM when the scene was fully cleared and all lanes were reopened to traffic.
The California Highway Patrol managed the situation to ensure the safety of all motorists. The incident was classified as a traffic collision with no injuries, indicating that emergency medical services were not required.
Motorists traveling through the area during the early morning hours experienced delays due to the lane closures, but traffic conditions have since returned to normal. The swift response from emergency services helped minimize the impact of the incident on the morning commute.