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Moving van causes accident on Temecula freeway

SAN DIEGO, CA – A large moving van caused a multi-vehicle accident after crashing in the divider on Interstate 215 n Temecula on Monday morning.

According to CHP, a big rig moving van crashed with the divider at the exit ramp for Murrieta Hot Springs Road at about 4 a.m. The truck was diagonal across the lanes and two more vehicles quickly became involved in the accident, knocking down about a dozen attenuators and displacing some of the concrete barriers.

One freeway lane and part of the offramp was closed to clear the accident and repair the damage.

It is unclear whether anyone was injured in the accident.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Woman killed after losing control of sedan on I-15

SAN DIEGO, CA – A woman was killed on Interstate 15 on Saturday morning after losing control of her vehicle and being struck by a tractor-trailer.

According to the Times of San Diego, the woman was southbound when she lost control of her green sedan on the wet freeway lanes south of Camino del Norte at about 7:40 a.m. When the driver attempted to correct the skid, her vehicle veered across the lanes and was struck by the tractor-trailer. She then slammed into the center divide.

The initial crash started a chain reaction and several more vehicles became involved.

The woman died at the scene.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Truck and trailer roll from I-8, causing minor injuries

SAN DIEGO, CA – Minor injuries were reported after a truck and trailer rolled off an El Cajon freeway on Sunday night, according to CHP.

An initial report stated that no one was injured when the truck and trailer rolled off westbound Interstate 8 near Carrizo Gorge Road at about 7 p.m. The truck, pulling a 20-foot Toy Hauler trailer, rolled about 75 feet down the embankment. There was one person in the truck and the family members were following in a white Nissan, including a pre-school aged child.

The trailer was carrying a Razor scooter and two off-road bikes that were damaged along with the truck and trailer.

At least one person sustained minor injuries, although it is unclear which member of the family this was.

Emergency crews worked into the early morning hours to clear the scene.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Cement truck catches fire in I-15

SAN DIEGO, CA – Officials responded to the scene of a vehicle fire on Interstate 15 on Friday morning, according to California Highway Patrol.

A cement truck was reported on the righthand side of the southbound lanes near Camino Del Norte with the hood of the cab up at about 7:20 a.m. Smoke was coming from the vehicle and under the hood.

At this time, there is no word on whether anyone sustained injuries in the incident.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Victims treated after truck crashes into Temecula corral

SAN DIEGO, CA – The occupants of a pickup truck that crashed into a tree and a corral were being evaluated for injuries on Wednesday afternoon.

According to CHP, the pickup truck was carrying several people when it crashed into a tree and horse corral then in the 11300 block of West Lilac Road at about 4:30 p.m.

The truck was also carrying a dog and while the parties were evaluated and treated, the responding authorities took responsibility for the animal and transported it from the scene.

The condition of the involved parties has not been released.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Swerving truck crashes in center divide on I-15

SAN DIEGO, CA – A utility truck crashed in the center divide on Interstate 15 after driving erratically down the Temecula Valley Freeway on Wednesday.

According to CHP, the truck was northbound when it swerved and crashed on the right side of the road then ricocheted into the center divide near Railroad Canyon Road at about 4:40 p.m. The vehicle ended up facing the wrong way in the center of the freeway divider.

At this time, there have been no reports of injuries in the crash, although an ambulance did respond to the scene. We will update this story should more information come to light.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Three vehicles crash, airbags deploy on I-5

SAN DIEGO, CA – Three vehicles were involved in a violent collision on Interstate 5 on Thursday afternoon, according to CHP.

A black Dodge Ram pickup truck crashed with a white Honda SUV and a large flatbed truck near Via de la Valle at about 2:20 p.m. The impact deployed the airbags in the Honda.

An ambulance was called to the scene but an update on the condition of the involved parties has not been released.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Car gets stuck under tractor-trailer on SR 52

SAN DIEGO, CA – A car got stuck under a truck after hitting the tractor-trailer on State Route 52 on Thursday morning, according to California Highway Patrol.

A Volkswagen Jetta struck a tractor-trailer on State Route 52 near Santo Road at about 3:30 a.m. and got lodged underneath the larger vehicle.

The driver of the Jetta was able to get out of the vehicle, but it has not been confirmed whether or not the driver sustained injuries in the accident.

We will update this story should more information become available.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Truck strikes center divide, causes accident on I-805

SAN DIEGO, CA – A tractor-trailer caused a multi-car accident after crashing into the center divide on Interstate 805 on Tuesday afternoon.

According to CHP, the tractor-trailer was southbound when it ran into the center divide then struck two other vehicles near Palm Avenue at about 2:25 p.m. Both vehicles that the truck hit—a black sedan and unidentified vehicle—also crashed into the center divide. A fourth vehicle crashed at the scene around an hour after the initial accident.

Minor injuries were reported in the accident but details about who was injured and the severity of the injuries sustained have not been released.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.

Reckless drivers hits truck on I-15 in Temecula

SAN DIEGO, CA – A reckless driver forcefully struck a tractor-trailer on Interstate 15 in Temecula on Thursday morning, according to California Highway Patrol.

The driver of the tractor-trailer reported to police that his truck was struck “really hard” in the rear by an SUV in the southbound lanes. The accident happened at about 5 a.m. near the exit for Clinton Keith ROAD.

The impact scattered debris in the travel lanes. The truck driver pulled to the righthand side, as did the white SUV. The SUV then started smoking from its engine.

An ambulance was called to the scene, however, injuries have not been confirmed.

Disclaimer: Many of the accidents we report on are preventable. Our hope is that by publishing information about severe accidents, we can equip readers with the information they need to avoid finding themselves involved in such a tragedy. These stories are painful, but real, as they are sourced from news outlets. Outlets sometimes update their published reports. If information on this blog is outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update our posting to the most up-to-date information. These posts do not contain legal advice and should not be construed in such a way.