SUV Overturns, Disrupts Traffic in Desert Hot Springs

Traffic Collision on 20th Avenue in Desert Hot Springs Causes Delays Today

📍 Desert Hot Springs, CA

📅 Published: August 17, 2025 at 11:32 PM

🔄 Updated: August 18, 2025 at 01:32 AM

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Desert Hot Springs, August 17, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of 20th Avenue and Bubbling Wells Road in Desert Hot Springs, CA, involving a single SUV that overturned and came to rest off the roadway. The incident was reported around 10:59 PM, prompting a rapid response from the California Highway Patrol and other emergency units.

The overturned vehicle affected approximately 40 feet of roadway, leading to traffic management efforts to ensure safety for motorists in the area. A tow truck was dispatched to the scene to remove the SUV, which was positioned just off the road.

As a result of the traffic incident, drivers may have encountered delays and backups while emergency responders worked to clear the area. The California Highway Patrol actively managed the situation to minimize traffic congestion and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.

Motorists are advised to remain cautious while traveling through the vicinity and to be aware of potential lingering traffic impacts as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is dedicated to ensuring the safety of all road users during such incidents.

For further updates on traffic conditions, drivers are encouraged to monitor local traffic reports.

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