A serious traffic incident occurred today in San Bernardino County, CA, involving an overturned semi-truck and a Ram 1500 truck towing a trailer. The collision took place around 2:42 PM on the eastbound side of the 7100 Mile Marker 40. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the semi-truck was found on its side, causing significant disruptions to traffic.
The driver of the Ram 1500 sustained unknown injuries, while the extent of injuries for others involved remains unclear. Multiple emergency units were dispatched to manage the situation, and towing services were called in to assist with the recovery of the vehicles. Due to the incident, several lanes were closed, leading to extended delays for motorists in the area.
Caltrans reported that two eastbound lanes were hard-closed to facilitate the safe removal of the overturned truck and to ensure the safety of emergency personnel on-site. The situation was monitored throughout the afternoon, with updates indicating that the roadway would remain impacted for several hours.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and remain cautious while traveling near the incident. Authorities are working diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions as soon as possible.