A significant traffic collision occurred today involving two vehicles, a semi-truck and a Dodge Charger, on the Interstate 10 East at the Interstate 215 interchange in Colton, CA. The incident was reported around 11:28 AM and resulted in major lane blockages, affecting all lanes of the highway.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene. The Dodge Charger sustained major damage and required towing, while the semi-truck, identified as belonging to Wilsons Logistics, was also involved in the collision. Initially, lanes one, two, and three were completely blocked, leading to significant traffic disruption.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles. By 12:20 PM, some lanes began to reopen, with lanes four and five cleared for traffic. However, lanes one, two, and three remained closed for a while longer. A signal alert was issued at 12:22 PM to inform drivers of the ongoing situation.
Fortunately, by 12:54 PM, all lanes were reopened, allowing traffic to resume normal flow. The status of any injuries remains unknown. The swift response from emergency services helped to mitigate the impact of the incident on this busy highway.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious and aware of their surroundings while traveling through this area, especially during peak traffic hours.