Traffic Incident Causes Delays on Interstate 5

Traffic Incident on Interstate 5 North Near Via De La Valle in Del Mar, CA Causes Lane Closures and Diesel Spill Cleanup

📍 Del Mar, CA

📅 Published: February 18, 2025 at 03:30 PM

🔄 Updated: February 18, 2025 at 04:31 PM

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Del Mar, February 18, 2025 -

A traffic incident occurred today on Interstate 5 North near Via De La Valle in Del Mar, CA, involving two vehicles. A black box truck was found on the right shoulder leaking diesel fuel, while a sedan was also reported at the scene. The incident resulted in debris, including several pieces of wood, scattered across the middle lanes, creating hazardous conditions for drivers.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded promptly to manage the situation. Officers secured the area and implemented lane management measures to ensure the safety of motorists traveling through the affected section of the highway. The diesel spill and debris prompted emergency crews to initiate cleanup operations to mitigate potential hazards.

Additionally, a white truck was noted to have impacted a guard rail, further complicating the traffic incident. CHP units remained on-site to oversee the cleanup efforts and ensure that the roadway was safe for travel. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved and to clear the debris from the lanes.

Motorists in the area were advised to exercise caution and expect possible delays as cleanup operations continued. The CHP is actively managing the scene to restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible.

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