A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on Interstate 215 South near Washington Street in Colton, CA, involving five to six vehicles, including a white Toyota, a red Toyota, a gray Nissan Frontier, a BMW, and a Kia Sportage. The incident took place around 4:26 PM and was reportedly caused by high speeds, resulting in multiple lanes being blocked.
Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, where they found significant traffic disruption as three lanes, including the high-occupancy vehicle lane, were obstructed. A tow truck was requested to assist in clearing the vehicles involved. By 4:39 PM, an ambulance was en route to the scene, although the status of any injuries remains unknown.
Efforts to move the vehicles to the right shoulder began shortly after the collision to alleviate traffic congestion. The California Highway Patrol worked diligently to manage the situation, and by 5:28 PM, tow trucks were on-site to help clear the roadway.
Motorists in the area experienced delays due to the incident, and drivers are advised to exercise caution while navigating through the affected lanes. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation as they work to restore normal traffic flow on Interstate 215 South.