Two Killed, Several Injured in Fiery I-10 Crash Involving Semi-Truck in Cathedral City
Cathedral City and Coachella Valley communities were shaken by a tragic and deadly crash early Thursday, July 10, 2025, that claimed two lives and left multiple others injured on Interstate 10. Authorities have now released additional important updates.
🕕 The Incident
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The crash occurred near Date Palm Drive shortly after 6:40 a.m., when a westbound semi-truck veered over the center divider into the eastbound lanes, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) The tractor-trailer flipped and collided with an unspecified number of vehicles traveling eastbound, leading to a complete shutdown of the eastbound side of the freeway
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Two victims were pronounced dead on the scene, and at least three others were seriously injured, though their conditions remain unconfirmed .
🚧 Traffic Impact
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All eastbound lanes were initially closed, prompting a SigAlert. By 9 a.m., lanes 1 and 2 were reopened, though lanes 3 and 4 remained closed during ongoing cleanup and investigation
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Eastbound motorists were directed to divert using the Date Palm Drive exit ramp The closure caused significant delays, with traffic backed up across the corridor through the late morning
👮 Investigation Update
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CHP Officer David Torres confirmed the semi-truck’s entry into eastbound lanes. The cause—whether driver error, mechanical failure, or other factors—is still under investigation
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Officials are reviewing dash‑cam and surveillance footage to determine what caused the truck to cross the center divider .
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The identities of the deceased have not been released. The CHP has not yet disclosed whether impairment or speed was a factor .
🛑 Call for Witnesses
CHP is appealing to the public for additional dash-cam videos or other insights, urging anyone with information to contact the Cathedral City CHP office
🔍 Summary & Next Steps
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A westbound semi-truck crossed the median into eastbound traffic at approximately 6:40 a.m. near Date Palm Drive.
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Two people were killed, and multiple others were injured. The crash triggered a lengthy eastbound freeway closure.
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Lanes reopened mid-morning, and a full investigation is underway.
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CHP is collecting evidence and encourages those with footage or details to come forward.