Traffic & Transit
SigAlert: Semi-Truck Crashes Off Freeway, Shuts Down I-5 Lanes
Authorities initially closed all southbound lanes due to the crash, but later reopened the far two left lanes, according to the CHP.
ENCINITAS, CA — A crash involving a semi-truck prompted a SigAlert Friday morning on Interstate 5 in San Diego's North County.
The crash was reported at 3:39 a.m. on southbound I-5, north of Leucadia in Encinitas, according to the California Highway Patrol's incident log. The semi-truck veered off the roadway.
Authorities initially closed all southbound lanes due to the crash, but later reopened the far two left lanes, according to the CHP.
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As of 5:17 a.m., the No. 3 and 4 southbound lanes remained closed. The lanes were expected to be closed for two to three hours, according to the CHP.
Authorities advised motorists to use caution and expect delays in the area.
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** Traffic Advisory** Expect delays on I-5 s/b, north of Leucadia (Encinitas). CHP Officers are on the scene of a semi truck that veered off the roadway. The number 3 & 4 southbound lanes will be closed for the next 2-3 hours. Please use caution expect delays in the area. pic.twitter.com/EcrsIM3W2C
— CHP Oceanside Area (@CHP_Oceanside) February 7, 2025
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