A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 15 North near Jpoe in San Bernardino County, CA, involving two large trucks. At approximately 5:11 PM, a 2016 white Freightliner Cascadia and a 2025 white Wabash truck with an enclosed trailer collided, resulting in both vehicles overturning and debris scattered across the roadway.
The incident has caused major traffic disruptions, with all lanes blocked and traffic being diverted through the southbound scales to bypass the area. Emergency services responded promptly, deploying recovery teams and plows to manage the debris and secure the scene. Hard closures were established along the affected lanes, with significant delays expected for the next few hours.
As of 6:41 PM, all debris had been cleared to the center divider, but the first lane remains closed for recovery operations, while the second and third lanes are closed from just north of Jpoe to just south of Jpoe. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid congestion and delays.
This traffic incident underscores the need for caution when traveling on busy highways, especially during peak traffic hours. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops and be sure to drive safely.