![[12-11-2024] Ambulance Dispatched After Collision Between 18-Wheeler and Pickup Truck on I-10 in Cactus City](https://ak1.to//tmDom.webp)
A crash involving an 18-wheeler and a pickup truck caused significant lane closures and debris in Cactus City, Riverside County, on Wednesday morning, December 11, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 10 near Mile Marker 71, about halfway between Indio and Chiriaco Summit.
Emergency crews, including multiple CHP units and an ambulance, were dispatched to the scene shortly after.
The crash left major side damage to the pickup truck, and both vehicles pulled over to the right shoulder. The injury status of both drivers remains unclear.
CHP officers are investigating the cause of the collision.
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.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
