A traffic collision involving two vehicles, a grey Ford Escape and a semi truck, occurred today on Interstate 215 North in Riverside, CA, causing significant disruptions to the morning commute. The incident took place around 5:05 AM when the grey SUV reportedly drifted from the fast lane into the slow lane, colliding with the semi truck before veering into the wall.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, implementing traffic control measures to manage the situation effectively. The semi truck had its flashers activated, indicating it was likely attempting to pull over before the collision. As a result of the traffic incident, lane closures were enforced on Interstate 215 North, leading to delays and congestion for drivers in the area.
Tow services were requested to assist in clearing the vehicles from the roadway to facilitate the resumption of normal traffic flow. The Riverside Fire Department was also notified to provide support as needed.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid the backup caused by this traffic collision. Authorities are working diligently to clear the scene and restore safe travel conditions on Interstate 215 North.