[08-24-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – Three Trucks Involved in a Fiery Crash on the northbound I-15 in the Cajon Pass

A fiery vehicle crash involving three big rigs resulted in the temporary closure of the northbound I-15 freeway on Wednesday, August 24, 2022.

The collision occurred at 12:33 p.m., north of Highway 138.

One UPS truck had substantial damage, and people involved in the accident suffered minor injuries.

The UPS semi’s trailer stayed on its wheels, but the cab detached from the truck. Before emergency responders came, a good Samaritan stopped and climbed into the cab to check on the driver.

According to California Highway Patrol, a truck collided with a silver Toyota 4Runner, and the reporting party stopped one mile ahead of the collision.

Lanes 1, 2, 3, and 4 would be closed. Traffic on the freeway had to utilize the #5 lane and the right shoulder until the collision was cleared.

A Sig Alert was issued at 12:52 p.m. and continued for at least two hours. Heavy tow trucks have already been dispatched to the scene.

The investigation is still on going.

Truck Accident Statistics

California is one of those states that consistently has the most serious truck accidents in the US. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, there were 355 fatal truck accidents in California in 2019.

According to the National Safety Council, 4,842 heavy trucks were killed in crashes in 2020. 107,000 heavy trucks were involved in collisions that resulted in injuries.

Trucks have wider turning circles, slower stopping speeds, and a higher tendency to roll over. Inadequate driver training, a lack of competence, and improperly maintained vehicles can all contribute to disastrous accidents.

San Bernardino County Truck Accident Statistics

Large truck crashes are certainly physically injurious and financially draining. It is expected that it would be devastating to be involved in one.

If you have been involved in a truck accident, you should contact an expert attorney as soon as possible. Evidence from truck accidents must be preserved to precisely recreate the events leading up to the incident and hold those involved accountable.

Contact one of our San Bernardino County truck accident attorneys at Arash Law for reliable legal assistance, strong settlement negotiation, and vigorous courtroom representation. Our trial lawyers in California have decades of expertise in truck accident litigation.

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