Southbound I-15 Semi Crash In Victorville Closes Amargosa Road, Triggers SIG Alert

VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A crash involving two semi trucks on Interstate 15 in Victorville triggered a hazardous materials investigation and extended lane closures early Thursday morning, according to California Highway Patrol traffic incident logs.

The collision was reported at 2:32 a.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2026, on southbound Interstate 15 between La Mesa Road and Palmdale Road.

CHP logs described the incident as involving two semi trucks, with one reportedly partially overturning and coming to rest off the roadway near Amargosa Road following the collision.

Photos and video from the scene showed extensive damage to both vehicles involved. One semi came to rest down an embankment with its trailer partially overturned, while the cab sustained heavy damage.

The second semi remained upright along the freeway shoulder, but its trailer suffered significant damage to the rear portion, with debris and cargo scattered across the roadway.

Initial dispatch notes stated the semi truck driver appeared dazed and remained inside the vehicle following the crash. Additional CHP entries indicated one truck was hauling hazardous materials, including approximately 41,000 pounds of corrosive liquids, while another semi was carrying cargo packages that reportedly spilled onto the roadway.

CHP logs later showed authorities issued a SIG Alert for the crash scene at approximately 3:46 a.m. due to a closure of the No. 3 lane for an unknown duration. Dispatch entries also stated the City of Victorville responded to complete lane closures near Amargosa Road between Luna Road and Mariposa Road.

According to CHP logs, responders advised that “dry hazmat material in the container does not appear to be leaking” while crews worked to identify exposed materials and secure the scene.

Tow companies and recovery crews were requested for multiple disabled semis, including one with a compromised trailer reportedly hauling approximately 33,000 pounds of Amazon goods, according to CHP dispatch information.

No additional information regarding injuries was immediately available.

The investigation into the crash is being handled by the Victorville CHP Station.

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