A traffic collision involving a heavy-duty two-axle freightliner occurred today on Interstate 10 West at the intersection with Waterman Avenue in San Bernardino, CA. The incident, which took place around 1:54 PM, involved the freightliner, which was hauling three vehicles and reportedly struck a guardrail.
As a result of the collision, traffic was significantly impacted, leading to lane closures and extended signal alerts while recovery efforts were underway. Emergency response teams were dispatched to manage the scene and control traffic flow. The westbound Waterman Avenue off-ramp was closed to facilitate the recovery operation, which involved a tow truck to assist with the freightliner.
A signal alert was issued to inform motorists of the ongoing situation, indicating that the off-ramp would remain closed for an estimated two hours for necessary repairs to the guardrail. Drivers in the area should expect delays and congestion as recovery efforts continue.
Motorists are encouraged to seek alternative routes to avoid potential backups and to stay updated on traffic conditions as the situation develops. The response teams are working diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.