A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred this morning on State Route 78 West near Broadway in Escondido, CA. The incident took place around 7:28 AM and involved a white Honda sedan and a white Chevrolet pickup truck. The Chevrolet was blocking the driver's side door of the Honda, resulting in both vehicles being left in the roadway.
This collision caused significant traffic disruptions, with lane closures affecting the slow lane and the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes. Commuters experienced delays and congestion during the busy morning commute as emergency services managed the scene.
Emergency responders arrived quickly to control traffic and ensure safety while clearing the vehicles. Both vehicles remained in the lanes until they could be safely moved, leading to backups in the area.
Motorists traveling through Escondido should anticipate continued traffic impacts as the scene is cleared and normal traffic flow is restored. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid delays caused by this traffic incident.