Crime & Safety
I-10 Crash Blamed For Bermuda Dunes Traffic Jam
The wreck was reported on the eastbound I-10, east of Washington Street, according to the California Highway Patrol.
BERMUDA DUNES, CA — At least one person was hurt Friday when a truck veered off Interstate 10 and into a ravine near Bermuda Dunes.
The solo vehicle crash was reported at 7:06 a.m. on the eastbound I-10 east of Washington Street, according to the California Highway Patrol traffic information page.
Witnesses said the truck was swerving prior to departing the roadway off the right shoulder.
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The CHP reported the vehicle ended up 50 feet down the ravine.
At least one person suffered injuries described as minor. It was unclear if anybody was hospitalized.
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A traffic jam reportedly affected motorists in the area following the crash, but the scene was clear as of 9:30 a.m.
