![[02-04-2025] Two Killed After Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-10 Near Washington Street in Thousand Palms](https://ak1.to//vt^w.webp)
Two people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 near Washington Street in Thousand Palms, Riverside County, on Tuesday afternoon, February 4, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 1:00 p.m. on the westbound side of I-10 and involved at least three vehicles, including two semi-trucks.
A white Toyota traveling westbound at approximately 70 mph abruptly veered right, colliding with a blue semi-truck in the #3 lane. The impact sent the Toyota into a red disabled semi-truck parked on the right shoulder. A white tire repair truck was parked in front of the disabled semi-truck.
Following the initial crash, the blue semi-truck continued moving and struck both the white repair truck and its driver, who was working on the disabled semi-truck at the time.
The driver of the Toyota and the maintenance worker were both pronounced dead at the scene.
Traffic was heavily impacted in both directions, with a hard closure in place for nearly four hours. All lanes were reopened by 6:30 p.m.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. No further details are available at this time.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
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