Major Fuel Spill Causes I-10 Traffic Delays

Traffic Collision on Interstate 10 East in Thousand Palms Causes Delays Today

📍 Thousand Palms, CA

📅 Published: March 22, 2025 at 06:58 PM

🔄 Updated: March 22, 2025 at 07:32 PM

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Thousand Palms, March 22, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 10 East in Thousand Palms, CA, involving a blue 18-wheeler truck that lost fuel, creating a hazardous spill across multiple lanes. The incident began around 4:45 PM when the semi-truck pulled over to the right-hand side of the roadway. Shortly after, it was reported that the truck was losing fuel, which resulted in a significant spill in the middle lane and the #3 lane, extending from Ramon to JEO Monterey.

Emergency response teams, including Cal Fire, were dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and ensure the safety of drivers. Due to the fuel spill, the middle lane and the #3 lane were closed, leading to considerable traffic delays and congestion in the area. The closure affected approximately 2.3 miles of the freeway, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely.

Motorists traveling on Interstate 10 East should expect backups and plan for potential delays as cleanup efforts are underway. Emergency units are actively working to address the spill and restore normal traffic flow. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes to avoid the affected area.

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