At least 5 killed in Rialto after a fiery crash on 10 Freeway

RIALTO, CA (FOX 11) - Five people are dead after a horrific crash on the 10 Freeway in Rialto. Both sides of the freeway are shut down. A semi barreled through the center divider, according to the CHP, bursting into flames, hitting at least 3 vehicles, including a truck and possibly a motorcyclist. CHP is saying the 10 West could be closed for 3 more hours, and the 10 eastbound could be closed for 8 hours.

The accident happened Friday afternoon around 1:00pm.

ALTERNATE ROUTES: Please avoid the 10 Freeway for your afternoon commute. To get around the west bound area, take the 215 north to the 210 or south to the 60. To get around east bound, take the 15 north to the 210 or south to the 60 as well.

Some drivers are trying to avoid being stuck in the freeway by off-roading, and driving through the sand. Please avoid this:



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