Accident on Highway 8 Today San Diego / El Cajon, California — A traffic collision on Highway 8 today briefly shut down portions of the freeway and a key flyover ramp, prompting emergency response and traffic delays during the peak travel period.
🚨 What Happened
Earlier today, a multi‑vehicle accident involving cars and at least one commercial vehicle was reported on eastbound Highway 8, near the El Cajon Boulevard exit and adjacent flyover ramps. The crash blocked lanes and forced the temporary closure of the eastbound flyover ramp in order to secure the scene, treat injured motorists, and allow CHP and fire crews to investigate safely.
🚧 Why the Highway 8 Flyover Was Reopened
The flyover ramp was reopened once crews completed emergency response actions and cleared the accident scene. Specifically:
- All involved vehicles were removed from the roadway
- Debris and hazards were cleared from travel lanes
- Traffic investigators finished gathering necessary evidence
- Safe travel conditions were restored
Once these tasks were completed and authorities determined there was no ongoing hazard, the flyover and affected lanes of Highway 8 were reopened to traffic to ease congestion and restore normal flow.
🛣️ Traffic Impact
During the closure, motorists experienced significant backups on eastbound Highway 8 as traffic was diverted and slowed near the accident site. Delays extended onto surface streets as drivers sought alternate routes around the incident.
Now that the ramp and highway lanes have reopened, traffic is gradually returning to normal, though residual delays may persist as drivers move through the area.
🧑🚓 Investigation and Safety
The California Highway Patrol remains on scene coordinating traffic control and continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash. At this time, details on injuries or citations have not been released, and no fatalities have been confirmed.
Authorities remind drivers to slow down, stay alert, and leave extra space in work zones or accident areas to ensure the safety of responders and other motorists.
This remains an active traffic situation, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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