A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of State Route 18 and National Forest Road 3N03 in Lucerne Valley, CA, involving three vehicles: a gray Nissan, a U-Haul, and a Ford F150. The incident blocked both lanes of traffic, leading to significant delays and congestion in the area.
Emergency response teams, including the California Highway Patrol and local law enforcement, arrived on the scene shortly after the collision was reported. A tow truck was dispatched to remove the damaged gray Nissan, which was noted for its front-end damage. Meanwhile, responders utilized push and pull techniques to move at least one of the other vehicles out of the roadway.
By approximately 12:46 PM, emergency personnel had successfully cleared the roadway, allowing traffic to resume. However, motorists experienced backups during the incident, particularly during the busy midday hours.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area, as residual delays may persist following the incident. The quick response from emergency teams helped to minimize the disruption and restore normal traffic flow as swiftly as possible.