Major Traffic Disruption on Interstate 8 West

Traffic Collision on Interstate 8 West in San Diego Causes Delays Today

📍 San Diego, CA

📅 Published: August 16, 2025 at 03:39 PM

🔄 Updated: August 16, 2025 at 05:04 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Diego, CA
San Diego, August 16, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 8 West near Lake Murray in San Diego, CA. The incident happened around 3:36 PM and involved a MAR FORD and an unidentified vehicle. Following the collision, debris and vehicle parts were scattered across multiple lanes, leading to significant lane closures and disruptions to traffic flow.

Emergency response units quickly arrived on the scene to manage the situation and clear the debris. As a result of the traffic incident, motorists experienced delays and congestion, particularly during the busy afternoon commute. Traffic was temporarily halted to facilitate cleanup efforts, which included removing debris from lanes two, three, and four.

Witnesses noted a red SUV further upstream, which may have been affected by the collision. Emergency personnel worked diligently to restore normal traffic conditions, and by 4:43 PM, the scene was cleared, allowing vehicles to resume their journeys.

Drivers traveling on Interstate 8 West should remain cautious as residual delays may continue while traffic returns to normal. This incident highlights the importance of attentive driving and awareness of changing road conditions.

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