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SAN BERNARDINO, San Bernardino County, Calif., Oct. 23, 2026 — A multi-vehicle crash blocked lanes on northbound Interstate 215 at 2nd Street in San Bernardino early Thursday morning, October 22, according to the California Highway Patrol. The collision was first reported with unknown injuries before being upgraded to a crash with injuries, the agency said.
The CHP said a black Mazda CX-50 was involved in a collision with another vehicle on the southbound side of northbound I-215 near 2nd Street shortly before 7:12 a.m. A black Kia Forte was also reported blocking a slow lane nearby, and dispatch logs noted two vehicles stopped in the number four lane.
Initial reports indicated the wreck blocked two right lanes, with at least one lane still blocked more than a half hour later. The California Highway Patrol's classification of the incident changed from a collision with unknown injuries to one requiring an ambulance.
Freeway Service Patrol crews responded to the scene, and tow trucks were requested to clear the vehicles. Authorities closed out its freeway service patrol incident by midmorning.
The crash remains under investigation. We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full recovery.
More on Crashes in San Bernardino, CA
The crash was reported on I-215 in San Bernardino. If you were involved in a crash in the city, our San Bernardino accident resource page explains how to get a police report and what the latest local crash figures show.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Move to a safe spot if possible, check for injuries, call 911, and exchange information with other drivers. Take photos of the vehicles and the scene if you're able to safely do so.
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Many crashes occur at or near highway interchanges and intersections, where vehicles merge, slow suddenly, or cross paths, as appears to have happened in this case near a freeway off-ramp area.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Whiplash, cuts and bruises, and strains are common in lower-speed collisions, while higher-speed freeway crashes can cause more serious injuries such as fractures or head trauma.
What to Do After a Car Accident in San Bernardino, CA
If you're involved in a crash on a San Bernardino freeway, try to pull your vehicle out of active lanes if it's drivable and safe to do so. Turn on hazard lights and stay as far from moving traffic as possible while waiting for help. Even if you feel fine, it's worth getting checked by a medical provider, since some injuries don't show symptoms right away. Keep a record of the responding agency's report number and any citations issued, and follow up with your insurance company once you've had time to assess the damage and any injuries.
