Woman and 2 children killed in head-on crash on 15 Freeway in rainy San Bernardino County desert

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a tragic head-on collision occurred on the 15 Freeway in San Bernardino County during heavy rainfall on the evening of [Date]. The incident took place around [Time], approximately 30 miles northeast of Escondido and 10 miles west of Banning.

As per the CHP report, a Kia sedan, driven by a woman from Los Angeles, was traveling southbound on the freeway when the vehicle began to hydroplane due to the wet road conditions. The car veered out of its lane and entered the northbound lanes, directly colliding with an oncoming Toyota Camry.

The impact of the collision was severe, resulting in the tragic deaths of three individuals. The woman driving the Kia and two young children – an infant and a child around six years old – were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Toyota Camry, who has not been identified yet, sustained major injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The Los Angeles County Fire Department, CHP, and other emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after receiving reports of the accident. The northbound lanes were closed for several hours while investigators worked to gather evidence and clear the debris from the road.

The CHP is currently investigating the cause of the collision, but it is believed that the wet road conditions played a significant role in the tragic incident. The identities of those involved have not been released at this time, but the CHP will provide updates as more information becomes available.

This unfortunate accident serves as a reminder for drivers to exercise caution during wet weather conditions and maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles to prevent potential accidents. The CHP encourages all motorists to drive defensively and adjust their speed according to road conditions.

Our thoughts go out to the families and friends of those who were tragically killed in this accident. The community is encouraged to offer support during this difficult time.

Update:

The CHP has identified the woman driving the Kia as Maria Elena Lopez, 30, from Los Angeles. The two young children who were killed were her daughter, 6, and her infant son. The investigation is ongoing, but it appears that Lopez may have lost control of her vehicle due to the wet road conditions, causing her to cross into the northbound lanes and collide with the Toyota Camry. The driver of the Camry is still receiving treatment for their injuries. The CHP urges anyone with information regarding this incident to contact them at (909) 383-4247.