[02-03-2026] Riverside County, CA – Two Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle Crash Involving Semi Trucks on I-10 Near Whitewater

Two people were hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash involving commercial vehicles and a passenger car on Interstate 10 near Whitewater in Riverside County, early Tuesday morning, February 3, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at around 2:00 a.m. on the eastbound Interstate 10 just west of the Whitewater off-ramp. 

CHP logs indicated that the crash began when a semi-truck was rear-ended, causing a Subaru and another semi-truck to come to rest in the center divider. Authorities noted that additional vehicles may have also been involved.

Officials reported that one of the semi-trucks began leaking fuel, prompting a hazardous materials response. Cal Fire, Caltrans, Riverside County Department of Public Health, and the California Office of Emergency Services responded to assist at the scene.

CHP stated that two people were transported to a hospital for treatment. Earlier reports indicated that at least one individual complained of pain and had a bloody nose. The extent of the injuries was not described further.

A SIG Alert was issued around 6:00 a.m. as crews worked to clear the crash and address the fuel leak. CHP later confirmed that all lanes of eastbound Interstate 10 were reopened as of approximately 10:00 a.m.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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