A significant traffic incident occurred today on Interstate 5 North near State Route 73 in San Juan Capistrano, CA, involving at least two pickup trucks—a black pickup and a red pickup. The incident was reported around 3:02 PM when one of the vehicles caught fire, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
Upon arrival, responders found one vehicle engulfed in flames, leading to the blocking of multiple lanes of traffic. A total of four lanes were affected, resulting in a traffic alert for motorists in the area. Both drivers were taken to a medical facility for unknown injuries.
As emergency crews worked to manage the scene, a tow truck was called to remove the vehicles involved in the collision. Additionally, debris, including nails from the roadway, required cleanup, prompting the deployment of a sweeper to ensure safe travel conditions.
By approximately 4:20 PM, the situation was under control, although traffic remained impacted for some time as cleanup efforts continued. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area and to expect possible delays as the aftermath of the incident is resolved.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for prompt emergency response in the event of accidents.