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🚧 Traffic Advisory 🚧 The I-5 northbound off-ramps of Vandergrift Blvd / Harbor Dr, including access to the Camp Pendleton Main Gate, is currently shut down due to police activity. Please avoid the area and expect delays. Please seek alternate routes & allow extra travel time.

‼️SIG ALERT‼️ 3/6/26 @ 6:50 AM I-5 NB, hard closures are in place at Vandegrift & Harbor Dr. off-ramps for an unknown duration, due to police activity. Please plan for extended commute times. @CHP_Oceanside

Be the MVP this Super Bowl Sunday, Don’t Drink and Drive. Super Bowl Sunday is one of the deadliest days on California roads. Alcohol-related crashes spike, and about 1 in 3 traffic deaths in CA involves an impaired driver. Drive sober and get home safely

This week is #NationalPassengerSafetyWeek (1/19–1/26), a reminder that passengers play a critical role in keeping our roads safe. Whether it’s speeding, distracted driving, or driving under the influence, your voice can help prevent a dangerous situation before it escalates.

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This day is more than a celebration of his birthday; it is a national reminder of the power of service and community. #CaliforniaHighwayPatrol #MLKDay #Community #SafetySeviceSecurity

Today on #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay, we stand together to shine a light on a crime that often goes unseen. By recognizing the signs, we can help disrupt trafficking. If you see something that doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and report it. Awareness saves. 💙

Today, on #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay, the California Highway Patrol honors the dedicated men and women who serve our communities with integrity, courage, and commitment. We extend our gratitude for their service and continued commitment to keep our communities safe!

🚧 Traffic Alert: San Ysidro POE 🚧 Road work begins Jan 6, impacting SB I-5 near the border. • Phase 1: Jan 6 – Jan 9 • Phase 2: Jan 9 – Jan 23 Expect delays. El Chaparral remains open. Consider Otay Mesa or transit. CHP will provide updates. 🔗 conta.cc/3YiNvTZ

8:30 AM UPDATE 🚧12/19/25 No new updates for the vehicle fire on SB I-5 north of Birmingham Dr. #3, #4 lanes and the off-ramp remain closed; HOV, #1 and #2 lanes are open. Consider alternate routes including Coast Hwy 101 or El Camino Real.

7:30 AM UPDATE 🚧 12/19/25 Following the earlier vehicle fire on SB I-5 north of Birmingham Dr, HOV, #1, and #2 lanes remain open; #3, #4 lanes and the off-ramp remain closed. Traffic is backed up to La Costa Ave. Possible alternate routes: Coast Hwy 101 or El Camino Real.

🚨 SIG ALERT 🚨 SB I-5 north of Birmingham Dr — semi-tractor trailer on fire. #3, #4 lanes and off-ramp blocked. Expect major delays.

🚨 Traffic Alert – Oceanside 🚨 Both n/b & s/b I-5, north of Harbor Drive, are currently shut down due to police activity. Closure is for an unknown duration. Please avoid the area, expect delays, and use alternate routes. We will provide updates as soon as they become available

Debris from a Camp Pendleton training round detonated midair over I-5, striking a CHP patrol car assisting with a traffic break. No injuries. CHP is recommending an after-action review to enhance coordination. NEWS RELEASE HERE🔗 conta.cc/4qhFwmP #CHP #newsrelease

Due to an event at Camp Pendleton today, I-5 will be closed from Harbor Dr to Basilone Rd from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov for real-time traffic information. Thank you for your patience; please drive safely. #CHP #Caltrans #I5 #CampPendleton #Traffic

🚨 Traffic Advisory UPDATE 🚨 All gates to Camp Pendleton are now OPEN and all hard closures have been lifted. Thank you for your patience as the situation was resolved. #TrafficAlert #CampPendleton #CHPOceanside

🚨TRAFFIC UPDATE🚨: Southbound I-5, north of the San Ysidro Point of entry, all lanes are open and flowing freely. Earlier delays were due to demonstration activity in Tijuana.

CHP is deploying the next generation of Specially Marked Patrol Vehicles—distinctive colors with a version of the traditional CHP markings in sharp contrast on the doors. These SMPVs support efforts to stop reckless and dangerous driving. #CaliforniaHighwayPatrol #SMPV

Today, @CHP_Border joined @AAASoCal’s Anlleyn Venessa, @OTS_CA Director Stephanie Dougherty & “Grandma Beverly,” who lost her grandson to a distracted driver, to highlight the dangers of distracted driving. Stay focused—lives depend on it! #JustDrive #ActionAgainstDistraction

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. All available officers will be on patrol 4/1 to keep CA's roads safe. Keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, & make the smart choice. No distractions! #californiahighwaypatrol #distracteddriving #justdrive #drivesafely