Phoenix, AZ — An early morning collision on August 3, 2024, between an SUV and a semi-truck caused significant disruption at the I-10/I-17 Stack. The incident occurred around 5:30 AM on the westbound I-10 to northbound I-17 ramp.
Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZ DPS) and Phoenix Fire Department teams quickly responded to the scene after receiving reports of the accident. The SUV involved in the crash was found overturned, while the semi-truck and its trailer were engulfed in flames.
Remarkably, both the semi-truck driver and the occupants of the SUV managed to escape without injuries. Phoenix Fire Department crews worked diligently to extinguish the fire that consumed the semi-truck.
As a result of the accident, the eastbound I-10 to northbound I-17 ramp is expected to remain closed throughout the morning. Cleanup crews are actively working to clear the wreckage and ensure the safety of the area before reopening the ramp to traffic.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and exercise caution while traveling in the vicinity. The closure is expected to cause delays during the morning commute, and updates will be provided as the situation develops.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the collision. More information will be released as it becomes available.