Semi-Truck Carrying Amazon Cargo Catches Fire On I-40 East Of Kelbaker Road, Causing Hours-Long Delays - Victor Valley News

Published
June 16, 2026
Location
Essex, California
Interstate 40 east of Kelbaker Road
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Incident type
Crash, Fire, Semi truck

Summary

Semi Truck Crash Essex California in Essex, California: A semi‐truck carrying Amazon cargo caught fire after colliding with another truck on Interstate 40 east of Kelbaker Road in Essex, California. The incident caused a full closure of the eastbound lanes and hours‐long traffic delays.

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Semi-Truck Carrying Amazon Cargo Catches Fire On I-40 East Of Kelbaker Road, Causing Hours-Long Delays - Victor Valley News

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