A serious traffic collision involving three vehicles, including two big rigs, occurred today on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Washington Street, Palm Desert, CA. The incident happened around 1:01 PM and has resulted in significant traffic disruptions in the area.
Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, where one party was reported trapped in a vehicle. The collision led to the closure of multiple lanes, and traffic was diverted off to Varner Road as crews worked to clear the wreckage. The California Highway Patrol and local fire services were on site to manage the situation and assist those involved.
A tow truck was requested to remove the vehicles from the roadway, and the situation required multiple emergency response units. As a result of the incident, traffic was backed up to Monroe Street on the westbound side of the highway.
By 5:44 PM, the scene was cleared, and traffic began to resume normal flow, although some residual delays were still expected. The exact number of injuries remains unknown. Motorists are advised to remain cautious as cleanup efforts concluded.