A traffic collision involving two semi trucks occurred today on Interstate 40 West near the Five Mile Road Off-Ramp in San Bernardino County, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 12:02 AM and involved a GT KHARA semi truck and an unidentified semi truck. Due to the collision, two lanes were blocked for recovery operations, and an additional lane was hard closed to facilitate the unloading of reefer trailers.
Emergency services were quickly deployed to manage the scene and direct traffic. Recovery efforts included the use of a tow truck to assist with the fully loaded semi trailer involved in the incident. By 1:15 AM, authorities had requested a hard closure of the second lane to safely unload both reefer trailers, which significantly impacted traffic flow in the area.
Motorists traveling through this section of Interstate 40 can expect delays and congestion as recovery operations continue. The blocked lanes may lead to backups, particularly during the early morning hours when traffic is typically heavier. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes if possible to avoid the affected area and minimize travel time.
Updates will be provided as emergency crews work to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions.