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September 29, 2006

Sig-alert, I-10, Loma Linda 9:57 a.m.

Two lanes are closed on the eastbound I-10 due to a spill just west of Tippecanoe Avenue. As of about 12:30 p.m., the closure was still causing backed up traffic, the CHP reported.

September 28, 2006

Area overview - major highways clear 6:07 a.m.

Caltrans is reporting clear highways on the I-10, I-60, I-215 and I-15.

Traffic collision, I-40, Barstow 5:30 a.m.

The California Highway Patrol is diverting westbound Interstate 40 traffic to Interstate 15 in Daggett due to a tractor trailer that burst into flames near the U.S. Marine Corps Depot after striking the center divider. The driver escaped the semi.

September 27, 2006

Lane closure, I-15, Yermo, 3:52 p.m.

The No. 2 lane on the northbound 1-15 at the Yermo inspection station will be closed for repaving about 5:30 p.m.

Sig-alert, I-10, Ontario 8:32 a.m.

The westbound 10 at Archibald Avenue has several lanes blocked due to an injury car crash involving numerous vehicles. An ambulance is responding.

Traffic collision, Highway 60, Pomona 6:30 a.m.

A motorcyclist crashed and is down in the carpool lane along westbound 60 west of Highway 71, the CHP reports.

Area overview - spots of congestion, mostly clear 5:52 a.m.

Traffic is flowing on the I-15, I-215 and I-210. There are some spots of slowing traffic on the 10 westbound at Cedar in Bloomington and the 60 at Pedley Avenue in the Jurupa Valley as well as the 60 at Central Avenue in Montclair. The 91 westbound is backed up near Interstate 15.

September 26, 2006

Traffic collision, I-10, Pomona 1:20 p.m.

A four-car crash with one vehicle overturned occurred on the eastbound I-10 east of Fairplex Drive. Several lanes are blocked, witnesses told the CHP, and occupants of one vehicle are trapped. One of the vehicles is also reported to be on fire.

Traffic collision, I-215, San Bernardino, 7:58 a.m.

Several vehicles are by the center divider after colliding on the southbound 215 north of Little League Drive, the CHP reports. The crash resulted in minor injuries.

Area overview - heavy traffic in Riverside, otherwise clear 6:07 a.m.

Caltrans shows heavy traffic on the westbound 91 hear I-15, but other major highways such as the I-10, I-215, I-210 and I-60 are clear of traffic congestion.

September 25, 2006

Sig-alert, I-10, San Bernardino 1:58 p.m.

CHP has closed two lanes on the eastbound 10 at 9th Street after a car and tractor trailer collided, blocking lanes. An ambulance is responding.

Sig-alert, I-15, Corona 7:28 a.m.

The CHP has issued a Sig-alert due to a tractor trailer that is blocking the slow lane south of Cajalco Road. Update: Sig-alert canceled at 8:07 a.m.

Area overview - major highways clear 6:56 a.m.

Caltrans reports that major highways, including the 15, 60, 10, 215 and 210 are clear of major congestion.

Traffic collision, I-60, Rubidoux 6:36 a.m.

A pickup truck overturned on the eastbound 60 east of Valley Way and possibly more vehicles are involved in the crash, the CHP reports. An ambulance is responding.

September 22, 2006

Report of fire, I-10, Redlands 6:39 a.m.

The CHP has received a report of brush burning on the right shoulder of the eastbound I-10 near Palm Avenue. Dispatch reports indicate it could possibly be two or three different small fires on the shoulder.

Area overview - Most area highways clear 6:18 a.m.

Major highways including the I-10, I-215, Highway 60 and I-210 are clear of major congestion. One area of slow traffic is reported to be on the westbound 91 near the I-15 interchange.

September 21, 2006

Possible fatal crash, Highway 58, Hinkley 1:35 p.m.

A traffic collision involving a tractor trailer and a van occurred on Highway 58 west of Hinkley. The semi jacknifed and is blocking both east and westbound traffic, the CHP reported.

Traffic advisory, I-15 Ontario 11:21 a.m.

The CHP issued a traffic advisory that the slow lane of the southbound 15 to the eastbound I-10 is closed, causing traffic to back up.

Traffic collision, I-15, Devore 6:54 a.m.

A crash involving a tractor trailer and a pickup truck with a trailer is blocking three lanes on the northbound 15 near Kenwood Avenue, resulting in heavy backed up traffic. The CHP reports three people are injured. Update: Sig-alert canceled at 8:56 a.m.

Sig-alert/fatal traffic collision, I-10, Ontario 6:23 a.m.

A motorcyclist on Milliken Avenue crashed into a tractor trailer near the on-ramp to the eastbound I-10. The rider is partially underneath the trailer of the semi, the CHP said. Milliken has been shut down over the 10 freeway for an unknown duration. Update: Sig-alert canceled at 10:11 a.m.

Sig-alert/fatal traffic collision, I-215, Riverside 6:14 a.m.

A fatal crash involving a motorcyclist has resulted in all but one lane of the southbound I-215 being shut down. The duration of the Sig-alert is not known. Update: Sig-alert canceled at 9:04 a.m.

Area overview - 91 westbound backed up, 5:58 a.m.

Heavy traffic congestion is reported on the westbound 91 from Lincoln to Grand near the I-15 interchange. There is also some slowing traffic on the westbound I-10 at Cedar Avenue in Bloomington, Caltrans reports. Other highways - I-60, I-215 and I-210 are clear.

September 20, 2006

Vehicle spin-out, I-15, Rancho Cucamonga 7:57 a.m.

A vehicle is blocking the fast lane after the driver spun out and stopped facing the wrong way. The CHP is attempting to move the vehicle over to the right shoulder.

Traffic collision, Highway 30, Highland 7:23 a.m.

A crash involving a motorcycle is on eastbound Highway 30 at 5th Street. CHP reports the motorcyclist appears to have a leg injury. Vehicles are along the center divider. An ambulance is responding.

Area overview - clear on most highways 5:58 a.m.

Caltrans shows area highways - I-10, I-215, and most areas of the 60, 15, and 91 to be clear of major congestion. Some areas of slowing traffic are at the westbound 210 at Cherry, the eastbound 60 at Grove Avenue, the 15 southbound at Second Street and the 91 westbound at Maple Street.

September 19, 2006

Fatal crash, I-40, near Needles 6:46 a.m.

A maroon Chrysler was found lying upside down in the center divider of the westbound I-40 about eight to 10 miles west of Highway 95 and east of National Trails Highway. A man was found dead in the car. There is no road closure as a result of the crash.

Area overview - congestion in Riverside, other areas clear 6 a.m.

Most area highways including the 10, 15, 215 and 60 appear clear of major traffic congestion, according to Caltrans. Some backed up traffic is reported from Serfas Club Drive to Main Street on the 91 in Riverside. Congestion is also likely on Highway 71 through Chino Hills due to a Sig-alert.

Asphalt spill/Sig-alert, Highway 71, Chino Hills 5:42 a.m.

A tractor trailer overturned on the northbound 71 at Soquel Canyon Parkway, leaving about 150 feet of hot asphalt on the roadway. The CHP has closed the carpool lanes on both sides of the highway, along with two additional lanes on the southbound side and one northbound lane. Update: All lanes were reopened at 9:56 a.m.

September 18, 2006

Sig alert, I-10, Fontana, 4:24 p.m.

A crash between a motorcycle and at least two other vehicles on I-10 just east of Pepper Ave. is blocking the No. 1 and 2 lanes and causing heavy traffic.

Traffic Collision, I-10, San Bernardino, 12:56

A van and two other vehicles collided on eastbound I-10 and are blocking the No. 3 and 4 lanes just west of Tippecanoe Ave.

Traffic collision, Highway 60, Riverside, 2:55 p.m.

A VW and red Monte Carlo collided on the eastbound 60 just east of Pedley Road. Both vehicles were reported moved to the right shoulder but were causing traffic to slow.

Sig-alert, I-15, Rancho Cucamonga 9:31 a.m.

An SUV rolled several times onto its roof on the southbound Interstate 15 north of Fourth Street. Two lanes are blocked. The duration of the Sig-alert is unknown.

Traffic hazard, collision, I-15, Rialto 6:15 a.m.

Two rolls of carpet spilled out of a truck along the northbound Interstate 15 at Lytle Creek Road, causing a motorcyclist to crash. One roll of carpet was reported to be on the freeway and another on a transition road.

Sig-alert, I-15, Barstow 5:51 a.m.

A Sig-alert was issued for the southbound 15 north of Highway 395 for a crash involving a tow truck and a tractor trailer. One of the vehicles overturned, the CHP said. The fast lane is blocked. The duration of the Sig-alert is unknown. Update: Sig-alert canceled at 7:35 a.m.

September 15, 2006

Sig-alert, I-15, Norco 2:15 p.m.

The CHP has issued a Sig-alert for the southbound 15 at Sixth Street following a car crash. Two lanes are blocked and it was unknown how long the Sig-alert would last.

Traffic collision, Highway 30, San Bernardino 1:41 p.m.

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred on the westbound 30 at Arden Avenue. The onramp from Arden Avenue is blocked.

Overturned vehicle, I-210, La Verne, 1:47 p.m.

CHP reports a vehicle overturned and the driver was possibly thrown through the windshield on the westbound 210 near Fruit Street. An ambulance has responded to the scene.

Route 66 - downtown San Bernardino - Friday-Sunday

The Stater Bros. Route 66 Rendezvous is here! And that means downtown San Bernardino traffic is rerouted around the event area.

The event area is bounded by Fifth Street on the north, Sierra Way on the east, Rialto Avenue on the south and G Street on the west.

Expect traffic backups throughout the area and on the nearby portions of Interstate 215. Highway 30 and Interstate 10 may also be busier.

Traffic collision, I-10, Fontana 7:30 a.m.

A car crash at the Cherry Avenue off-ramp off the eastbound Interstate 10 has brought traffic to a stop and is backing up traffic onto the 10, CHP reports. Unknown if there are any injuries.

Highway 330 construction update

Hours that motorists will be escorted through areas of the Highway 330 slope reconstruction project will change to 5:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. beginning Sunday, according to Caltrans. A full closure of the highway is expected for late September or early October. More information is available at http://www.caltrans8.info.

Weekend construction closures, I-15, Devore

Weekend freeway closures scheduled by Caltrans are as follows: Northbound I-15 from Kenwood Avenue to Cleghorn Road will have only one lane open from 8 p.m. Sunday until 7 a.m. Monday. Starting Monday until Friday the connector road from the northbound 15 to the southbound 215 will be closed from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. The connectors from the northbound 215 to the southbound 15 and the southbound 15 to the southbound 215 will also be closed during that time. The southbound 15 from the Kenwood bridge to Cleghorn will have only one lane open from 8 p.m. until 7 a.m. starting Monday and ending Friday.

Area overview - Traffic mostly clear 6:07 a.m.

No major congestion is reported on area highways such as the 10, 210 and 215. There is some slowing on the 91 westbound at Maple Street and southbound Interstate 15 at Foothill Boulevard.

Sig-alert, I-605, Baldwin Park 5:35 a.m.

The CHP has issued a Sig-alert on the southbound 605 at Ramona Boulevard due to an overturned cement truck with cement spilled on the freeway. The three right lanes will be closed until about 8 a.m. for clean-up and investigation by CHP officers. The crash is expected to back up traffic on the westbound 210 freeway and is already creating congestion on the transition road to the southbound 605.

September 14, 2006

Lane closure, I-15, Devore, 7 p.m.

The No. 1 lane on the southbound I-15 is closed at Kenwood Avenue.

Accident northbound 215 near 5th Street, SB - 2:45pm

CHP Web site says the coroner has been called to the scene just north of the Fifth Street ramp.

Callers reported seeing a man running back and forth across the highway lanes, others along the side of the road, and person down in the slow (right) lane.

as of 245 p.m.

Sig-alert, I-15, Ontario 12:36 p.m.

The Fourth Street entrance to the southbound Interstate 15 has been closed for 45 minutes due to a traffic collision.

Area overview - highways clear 6:28 a.m.

Caltrans is showing no areas of major congestion on highways, but some light to moderate rain was reported after 5 a.m. in areas including Interstate 15 at Oak Hill Road near the Cajon Pass as well as parts of the Inland Valley.

Traffic collision, I-10, Pomona 6:14 a.m.

A car crash involving four or five vehicles occurred on the westbound 10 near Dudley Street, the CHP reported. Vehicles are in the fast lane and by the center divider.

September 13, 2006

Traffic advisory, I-215, Riverside, 6:26 p.m.

5 TO 7 dogs were seen on the shoulder of the northbound I-215 north of Canyon Crest Drive. CHP reported they were venturing into traffic.

Traffic collision, I-10, Bloomington 2:14 p.m.

Two vehicles that were involved in a crash are blocking the fast lane of the eastbound Interstate 10 at Cedar Avenue.

Report of fire, I-10, Ontario 7:47 a.m.

Firefighters are responding to a report of smoke seen in some trees off the westbound 10 at Euclid Avenue in Ontario.

Area overview - some backup through Ontario 7:04 a.m.

Areas of traffic congestion are on the westbound 60 at Archibald Avenue and the southbound 15 at Jurupa Street. Other area highways are clear such as the 210, 215, 10 and most of the 91.

Fatal traffic collision, Highway 62, Whitewater 5:31 a.m.

The CHP has closed southbound Highway 62 at Dillon Road near Palm Springs for a fatal traffic collision involving two cars and a pedestrian. Caltrans has been called for a possible long term closure, the CHP reports. Update: Highway has been reopened.

Sig alert, I-15, Ontario, 5:31 a.m.

A Sig alert has been issued for the northbound Interstate 15 at Jurupa Street for a crash involving an overturned vehicle. Three lanes are blocked. The duration of the Sig alert is unknown. Update: Sig alert canceled. Traffic is now free flowing.

September 12, 2006

Overturned cement truck, I-10, Fontana 8:54 a.m.

A cement truck has overturned on the Sierra Avenue off-ramp off the westbound Interstate 10. The CHP reports the southbound turn lanes are blocked.

Traffic collision, Highway 91, Riverside 6:27 a.m.

A crash involving three or four vehicles occurred on the eastbound 91 at Central Avenue. The fast lane is blocked. The crash resulted in minor injuries, the CHP reports.

Lane closure, I-15, Devore 6:41 a.m.

Two lanes on the northbound 15 at Kenwood Avenue are closed due to construction preparation. It is unknown how long the closure is expected to last.

Report of fire, I-15, Hesperia, 6:09 a.m.

A brush fire is reported to be in the center divider on the southbound 15 at Oak Hill Road.

Area overview - most areas clear of congestion, 6:11 a.m.

Caltrans reports some congestion on the westbound 91 at Maple, but other major highways are clear.

September 11, 2006

Sig Alert, Highway 259, 5:10 p.m.

A solo vehicle collision has blocked two lanes on the southbound Highway 259 at W Highland Avenue. Vehicles were passing on the right shoulder. Motorists are advised to watch for an injured man seen walking in the area.

Traffic collision, I-10, Claremont 1:55 p.m.

A two-car crash is on the eastbound 10 at Indian Hill Boulevard. Vehicles are blocking the carpool lane. No information is available on injuries.

Lane closure, I-10, Fontana 10:31 a.m.

The fast lane on the eastbound and westbound Interstate 10 between Cherry and Citrus avenues will be closed until 1 p.m. for guard rail repair work.

Traffic collision, I-215, San Bernardino 10:06 a.m.

A traffic collision involving a motorcyclist occurred on the northbound 215 near Mill Street. The rider is possibly injured. The slow lane is blocked, the CHP reports.

Traffic collision, Reche Canyon Road, Reche Canyon 6:43 a.m.

A possible head-on car crash was reported by the CHP on Reche Canyon Road at Reche Vista. Vehicles are blocking northbound lanes and an ambulance is responding.

September 10, 2006

Sig alert, 1-15, San Bernardino, 5 p.m.

Solo crash of a toy hauler that fishtailed out of control and overturned on the southbound I-15 just north of Highway 138. Three lanes blocked. Sig alert issued at 5:17 p.m. for one hour.

September 08, 2006

Traffic collision, I-10, Montclair 9 a.m.

A two-car crash with injuries occurred on the westbound 10 at Central Avenue. The vehicles are on the right shoulder. An ambulance is responding.

Overturned vehicle, Highway 18, Twin Peaks 8:53 a.m.

A vehicle has overturned and occupants are trapped inside on Highway 18 at Lake Gregory Drive, the CHP reports. Ambulance is responding. All lanes are blocked with emergency equipment.

Overturned vehicle, I-15, Barstow 7:43 a.m.

An overturned vehicle is by the center divider on the northbound 15 at Afton Canyon Road. An ambulance is responding.

Traffic collision, I-91, Riverside 7:21 a.m.

A motorist has crashed into the side of a bridge on westbound Interstate 91 at La Sierra Avenue. It's unknown if there are injuries.

Traffic collision, I-60 Diamond Bar 6:54 a.m.

A motorist slammed into the center divider wall on the eastbound 60 at Brea Canyon Road after having a tire blow out, the CHP reports.

Area overview - Highways clear 5:58 a.m.

All major highways are clear. An earlier Sig-alert issued on the eastbound 91 connector to the northbound 15 was canceled at 5:47 a.m. and the road reopened. Slight congestion is reported by Caltrans on westbound Interstate 210 at Campus in Upland.

September 07, 2006

Sig-alert, I-60 Ontario 10:52 a.m.

The Euclid Avenue off-ramp off the westbound 60 is closed due to a diesel fuel spill. There is no estimate on the length of this closure. Update: Sig-alert canceled. Lanes are open for traffic.

Vehicle rollover, Highway 30, Redlands 6:56 a.m.

Two lanes possibly blocked for a minor-injury rollover crash on the eastbound 30 near Fifth Street, the CHP reports.

Area overview - clear commute 6 a.m.

Caltrans reports all highways including the 60, 15 and 215 are clear of traffic congestion. Small areas of slowing traffic on the 10 westbound at Milliken Avenue and the westbound 210 at Campus in Ontario.

September 06, 2006

Sig-alert, I-215, San Bernardino 6:09 a.m.

Traffic is backed up on the northbound 215 north of University Parkway due to a fatal traffic accident.

Area overview - slowing traffic in Ontario, Riverside 6:02 a.m.

Caltrans reports area highways are mostly clear, but some slowing traffic is on the westbound Interstate 10 at Milliken and Citrus as well as the westbound 91 at Main Street.

Sig-alert canceled, I-15 Cajon Pass 4:10 a.m.

Lanes on the northbound 15 that had been shut down due to the Blue Cut fire near Devore have been reopened for traffic.

September 05, 2006

I-15 closed at Kenwood - 5 p.m.

Interstate 15 is closed at Kenwood in the Cajon Pass due to the fire in the area.

Area overview - All highways clear 7:12 a.m.

Caltrans reports no areas of congestion on major highways including the 60, 15, 215, 10 and 91.

Sig-alert, Highway 18, Adelanto 6:16 a.m.

Highway 18 from west of Highway 395 to Sheep Creek Road has been closed due to a head-on traffic collision. No estimate on how long the road will be closed, the CHP reports. Update: Lanes cleared.

September 01, 2006

Traffic congestion - I-15, Fontana 1:36 p.m.

Traffic slowing to 10 to 15 mph at Sierra Avenue on the northbound 15 due to holiday traffic, the CHP reports.

Report of fire, I-60 Chino 12:47 p.m.

Brush reported to be on fire off the 60 near Ramona Avenue in Chino.

Report of fire, Highway 30, Redlands 7:58 a.m.

Bushes on the right shoulder of the eastbound Highway 30 at San Bernardino Avenue are reported to be on fire, the CHP reports.

Area overview - highways clear, some slowing in Fontana, Riverside 5:51 a.m.

All major highways such as the 15, 215 and 60 are clear of congestion. Some areas of slowing include the westbound 10 at Sierra and the 91 westbound at Grand.