A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 North near Del Mar Heights South in San Diego, CA, involving eight vehicles, including a gray sedan, a gray SUV, and two big rigs. The incident took place around 10:13 PM and resulted in the blockage of the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane and the number one travel lane, leading to traffic delays and congestion for evening commuters.
Emergency response units promptly arrived on the scene to manage the situation and secure the area. While lanes two through six remained open, the blocked lanes contributed to a backup that extended into the evening. The collision involved a variety of vehicles, including a BMW and a gray Honda that reportedly struck an object on the roadway. An additional vehicle, described only as an unknown vehicle, and another referred to as an "Xray" vehicle, also played a role in the incident, with the latter crashing into the HOV wall.
Traffic management efforts were implemented, and a tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved. By 10:53 PM, all vehicles had been cleared from the roadway, and flares were deployed to ensure safety as the scene was being managed. Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as residual delays may persist following the incident.