Multi-Vehicle Collision Causes Major Traffic Disruptions

Multi-Vehicle Traffic Collision on State Route 78 East in San Marcos, CA, Causes Lane Blockages but No Injuries Reported

📍 San Marcos, CA

📅 Published: February 12, 2025 at 07:03 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Marcos, CA
San Marcos, February 12, 2025 -

A multi-vehicle traffic collision occurred today on State Route 78 East at the Interstate 15 West interchange in San Marcos, CA. The incident involved three vehicles: a silver Toyota sedan, a white Lexus SUV, and a gray Honda sedan. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene at approximately 5:53 PM and confirmed that there were no injuries reported.

The gray Honda sedan was found facing the wrong way and blocking multiple lanes of traffic, causing significant disruptions in the area. As the situation developed, it was noted that a secondary collision occurred behind the initial incident, but details on that were limited.

Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the vehicles, and by 6:29 PM, all vehicles had been cleared from the roadway. While the collision led to lane blockages and traffic delays, the quick response from emergency services helped to minimize the impact on overall traffic flow.

Motorists in the vicinity were advised to exercise caution and expect delays as the scene was being cleared. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially in busy traffic areas. Authorities continue to encourage drivers to remain alert and drive responsibly to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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