The Bexar County Medical Examiner has identified Antonio Gonzalez Almeida, 50, as the driver who died in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 in San Antonio. The crash occurred around 2 a.m. when Almeida's Lexus drifted off-road and collided with a metal structure. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and an autopsy will determine the exact cause of death. Two other vehicle-related deaths were reported in San Antonio around the same time.
A woman claiming that God told her to go on a shooting spree due to the solar eclipse shot two drivers on Interstate 10 in Florida before being arrested and charged with attempted murder. Taylon Nichelle Celestine, 22, of Georgia, was found with an AR-15 rifle and 9mm handgun after firing at passing cars, injuring one driver in the arm and another in the neck. The incident occurred despite Florida not being in the path of totality for the eclipse, and experts had cautioned about potential upticks in fatal car crashes during the rare event.
A 22-year-old woman, Taylon Nichelle Celestine, opened fire on random drivers on a Florida interstate, claiming that "God" directed her to do so via the solar eclipse, despite Florida not being in the eclipse's path. Armed with an assault rifle and handgun, she shot and injured two drivers before being apprehended by highway patrol. Celestine has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery, and improper discharge of a firearm, and the investigation is ongoing.
A woman, Taylon Nichelle Celestine, has been arrested by the Florida Highway Patrol for going on a "shooting spree" on Interstate 10 in Holmes County, allegedly claiming that she was directed by God in relation to the solar eclipse. She is charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, and improper discharge of a firearm, and is currently held in the Holmes County Jail. The suspect fired multiple shots from her purple Dodge Challenger, striking two vehicles and injuring one driver, while a second driver was shot in the neck and is being treated at a nearby hospital.
Major bridges and roadways in the Baton Rouge area, including stretches of Interstate 10, I-12, and I-55, have reopened after being closed for hours due to icy conditions caused by a wintry mix. State officials advise motorists to monitor closure maps on the state’s website.
One person has died and two others have been injured in a crash involving two vehicles along Interstate 10 East near UTEP in El Paso, Texas. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, and all lanes of I-10 East are closed with a significant traffic backup.
Interstate 10 in Los Angeles, a crucial artery for drivers, will fully reopen on Monday after a fire severely damaged a section of the roadway. The fire, suspected to have been intentionally started, damaged over 100 columns supporting the freeway. Initially, officials feared the closure could last for months, but repairs were completed ahead of schedule with crews working around the clock. The estimated cost of repairs is $3 million, covered by federal funds.
Repairs to the Interstate 10 freeway in Los Angeles, which was damaged by an intentionally set fire, will take three to five weeks to complete. The California Department of Transportation will be repairing the bridge deck and columns, with the possibility of a rebuild if necessary. Los Angeles residents are urged to work together and use public transportation or work from home during the commute disruption. The state is working on a 24-hour operation to expedite the repairs and minimize the closure period.
A 450-foot section of Interstate 10 near downtown Los Angeles, which was damaged in a fire caused by arson, will not need to be torn down and replaced, according to officials. The fire damaged 100 support columns, but the freeway could be reopened in three to five weeks. The area under the interstate had been illegally subleased to multiple companies. Around 300,000 vehicles use this section of I-10 daily, and efforts are being made to encourage remote work and public transit. Fixing the freeway will be a 24/7 operation.
Investigators believe that arson was the likely cause of a massive fire that has indefinitely closed part of Los Angeles' Interstate 10. The fire, which started at a storage yard and quickly spread under the interstate, has caused significant transportation disruptions and is being investigated by city and state agencies. The damaged freeway is being evaluated for structural integrity, and efforts are underway to determine whether it should be retrofitted or replaced entirely. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information or video footage to come forward. The leaseholder of the property where the fire started is accused of violating the lease and will face legal action.
California authorities have determined that arson was the cause of a massive fire that engulfed a section of Interstate 10 in Los Angeles, leading to its indefinite closure and causing major traffic disruptions. Governor Gavin Newsom stated that investigators are working to determine if one or more individuals were involved. The fire started in two storage lots beneath the freeway, quickly spreading and leaving significant damage. The closure is expected to have far-reaching effects, potentially impacting the transport of goods from the ports of LA and Long Beach. The structural damage to the freeway is still unclear, and repairs are expected to take a significant amount of time.
Arson is suspected as the cause of a massive fire that erupted from a storage yard and forced the closure of Interstate 10 in Los Angeles. While investigators have not yet determined who started the fire, they believe it was intentionally ignited within a fenced area filled with wooden pallets, rather than originating from nearby homeless encampments. The distinction is politically significant as public frustration over homelessness in Los Angeles grows. Structural engineers are assessing the damage to the freeway, but repairs and reopening timelines remain uncertain. Los Angeles residents are advised to expect detours and potential traffic congestion for the foreseeable future.
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the massive fire that engulfed a section of Interstate 10 in Los Angeles was determined to be a criminal act of arson. State fire officials have made a preliminary determination that the fire was intentionally started and are investigating whether one or more individuals were involved. The highway, which is used by 300,000 vehicles daily, remains closed indefinitely between Alameda Street and the East L.A. Interchange. Officials are assessing the structural damage and will decide whether to tear down and replace the structure or continue with retrofitting and repairs. Commuters are advised to use public transportation or work from home.
Los Angeles is facing a transportation crisis as a massive fire has forced the indefinite closure of Interstate 10, a major traffic artery in the city. The closure is expected to cause significant traffic delays and disruptions for commuters. Over 300,000 vehicles travel through the freeway corridor daily, and the closure will have a significant impact on the economy and the safety of residents. The city is working to assess the safety of the roadway and repair the damage caused by the fire, but there is no estimated timeline for reopening. Residents are urged to plan alternative routes and consider working from home or using public transportation.
Los Angeles drivers faced challenges during rush hour as a massive fire over the weekend led to the closure of a major elevated interstate near downtown. While some freeways had lighter traffic, exits and surface streets became crowded. Hazardous materials teams are clearing burned material from underneath the freeway to assess its structural integrity. Commuters were advised to work from home or use public transportation. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and there is no timeline for when the highway might reopen. The fire's impact will affect surface streets and other freeways.
