A traffic collision occurred today on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 (I-10) at the Baldwin Park Boulevard north on-ramp in Baldwin Park, CA. The incident was reported around 11:03 PM when a vehicle left the roadway and entered a brush area, resulting in a fire.
Emergency response teams, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and local police, arrived promptly to manage the situation. Officers worked to control traffic flow and maintain lane discipline, which helped reduce potential delays for motorists. However, the incident did create some backup on the westbound I-10 as crews addressed the fire and secured the area.
A tow truck was called to the scene to retrieve the vehicle, which had caught fire during the incident. The tow service requested that the CHP hold the Baldwin Park off-ramp to facilitate the vehicle's removal, further impacting traffic in the vicinity.
As of now, all units are actively managing the scene, with local police assisting in lane closures. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid congestion on the westbound I-10 near Baldwin Park Boulevard.
Drivers should remain cautious and expect possible delays as the situation is resolved and normal traffic patterns are restored.