A traffic collision on Interstate 15 North in Ontario, CA, caused significant roadway blockage today, impacting the flow of afternoon traffic. The incident, which involved two vehicles—a blue Volkswagen Tiguan with right front damage and a semi-truck—occurred around 2:08 PM.
Emergency traffic management units were dispatched to the scene to assist with lane management and to facilitate the safe clearing of the roadway. Initially, both vehicles were positioned on the right shoulder, but complications arose as the semi-truck driver was uncooperative, delaying the exchange of information between the drivers.
By 2:26 PM, the vehicles were moved to the right shoulder, but traffic congestion persisted as authorities worked to resolve the situation. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles, arriving on the scene by 3:24 PM.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 15 North experienced delays and backups during the busy afternoon hours due to this traffic incident. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the situation to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. Drivers are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays in the area as cleanup efforts continue.