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Beer Spill From Big-Rig Crash Snarls 210 Freeway in Azusa as Sigalert Is Extended

CHP prolonged lane closures during cleanup of thousands of scattered cans and kegs that clogged westbound lanes before dawn.

Overview

  • The pre-dawn crash was reported after 3:30 a.m. near the westbound 210 Freeway at the North Vernon Avenue on-ramp in Azusa.
  • Several big rigs were involved, and one rig split in half, scattering thousands of beer cans and several kegs across multiple lanes.
  • CHP issued a Sigalert at 3:32 a.m., closing the No. 3 and 4 lanes and the Vernon Avenue on-ramp.
  • The Sigalert was extended at 6:08 a.m. as crews continued removing debris and spilled alcoholic beverage from the roadway.
  • Officials reported multi-hour delays during the morning commute, with no confirmed injuries or cause announced.