A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 15 (I-15) at the interchange with Interstate 215 (I-215) in Murrieta, CA. The incident was first reported around 5:51 AM, causing significant traffic disruptions during the busy morning commute.
A dark-colored Ford sedan was identified as one of the vehicles involved, which was blocking the slow lane. Emergency services quickly arrived on the scene, deploying cones to manage the roadway and closing lanes #3 and #4 to ensure safety and facilitate traffic control. The right lane was also blocked, leading to increased congestion and delays for drivers in the area.
Multiple units from emergency services responded to the incident, focusing on traffic management and scene control. By approximately 6:56 AM, a police unit confirmed that all lanes were reopened, alleviating the backup that had formed during the incident.
Motorists traveling through this section of Murrieta should remain cautious and aware of potential residual delays as traffic returns to normal. The quick response from emergency services helped minimize the impact of this traffic incident, allowing for a swift resolution and the reopening of the roadway.