Minor Traffic Incident on I-8, No Injuries

Minor Traffic Incident on Interstate 8 Eastbound in San Diego, CA Involves Two Vehicles

📍 San Diego, CA

📅 Published: January 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Diego, CA
San Diego, January 17, 2025 -

A minor traffic incident occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 8, just east of Interstate 805 in San Diego, CA. At around 11:33 AM, a white semi-truck suddenly slammed on its brakes, leading to a non-contact situation involving two vehicles: a white Subaru and a black Acura. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

The California Highway Patrol responded promptly to the scene to manage the situation and ensure the safety of all motorists. Both vehicles were assessed and found to be drivable, allowing them to be moved to the right-hand side of the road without further delay.

The incident did not cause significant traffic disruption, as the vehicles were cleared quickly, allowing normal traffic flow to resume. The semi-truck involved reportedly left the scene prior to the arrival of emergency services.

Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when driving, especially around larger vehicles, and to maintain a safe following distance. The California Highway Patrol emphasizes the importance of safe driving practices to prevent similar incidents in the future.

For ongoing updates on traffic conditions, drivers are encouraged to check local traffic reports.

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