A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 10 East at the Eagle Mountain Road Exit 189 in Desert Center, CA. The incident took place around 7:15 AM during the morning commute, causing notable traffic disruptions in the area. The vehicles involved were a white Kia Forte and a dark-colored pickup truck, both of which remained at the scene following the crash.
Emergency response units were dispatched promptly to manage the situation and control traffic flow. The collision resulted in lane closures, leading to delays for motorists traveling through this section of the highway. Traffic management teams worked diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic patterns as quickly as possible.
Witnesses reported that the pickup truck was swerving prior to the collision, which may have contributed to the incident. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the damaged pickup truck from the roadway.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area of Interstate 10 East and to anticipate potential backups as the situation is resolved. Authorities are actively working to ensure that traffic resumes smoothly and safely.