A significant traffic incident occurred today on State Route 79 (SR 79) in Aguanga, CA, when a semitanker overturned and came to rest on its side. The collision happened early this morning around 4:47 AM, and only the single vehicle was involved.
As a result of the incident, traffic was severely impacted, leading to a full closure of SR 79 just north of Sage Road. Detours have been established for northbound traffic, directing drivers to use Sage Road to East Benton Road to access Temecula.
Emergency response teams arrived promptly to manage traffic and control the scene. Recovery equipment, including a dump truck and trailer, was dispatched to assist in the recovery of the overturned semitanker. The recovery operation is expected to take approximately 30 to 45 minutes, contributing to potential delays and congestion in the area.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and expect backups as crews work to clear the roadway. This traffic incident underscores the need for caution and patience during recovery operations on busy highways.