A traffic incident occurred today on Interstate 15 South near Gopher Canyon in Escondido, CA, involving two vehicles, including a motorcycle that collided with another vehicle and subsequently caught fire. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene shortly after the incident was reported at around 8:11 AM.
Witnesses reported seeing flames in their rearview mirrors, prompting immediate calls for assistance. Fire crews and other emergency personnel arrived to manage the situation, which resulted in the closure of two lanes on the right side of the highway. The rider was found on the ground, and the status of any injuries remains unknown.
The vehicles involved were likely not drivable, leading to the arrangement of towing services. However, there were challenges with towing companies being unable to respond promptly to the scene.
Motorists traveling through the area experienced delays due to the lane closures, and traffic was impacted as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Authorities are advising drivers to seek alternate routes until the situation is fully resolved. Updates on the incident will be provided as more information becomes available.