Rain ⛈️ changes the road. Speed changes the outcome. Slow down, increase following distance, use your headlights, and avoid sudden braking or lane changes. Drive for the conditions and arrive safely.

UPDATE ‼️ 10/14/26 @ 8:55 A.M. I-5 southbound, north of Fort Tejon Rd. ALL lanes are open from the morning crash. Remember to buckle up and watch your speed.

10/14/26 @ 7:00 A.M.- SLOW DOWN! It's wet. I-5 southbound, north of Fort Tejon Rd., the right two lanes are closed. As weather has made the road wet, remember to keep your distance from the vehicle ahead of you. Expect delays through the area.

“It’s 5 o’clock somewhere…” For our officer, it may be time to go home, but the call to serve doesn’t always follow the clock. 🚔 Still here. Still serving. Still keeping our community safe. Plan ahead and never drive impaired. #SafetyServiceandSecurity #neverdriveimpaired

🚨‼️ UPDATE 3 10/08/26 @ 8:50 P.M. 🔥 I-5 SB at SR138, ALL lanes open. I-5 NB at Smokey, working on getting a second lane open.

UPDATE 2‼️‼️10/8/26 @ 7:10P.M. 🔥 I-5 SB at SR-138, 2 lanes open. Northbound side, 1 lane open.

UPDATE 🚨 10/08/2026 @ 6:15 P.M. I-5 SB at SR-138, traffic is being escorted due to the fire🔥. Keep your eyes on the road ahead of you. I-5 NB lanes at Smokey Bear Road remain closed (Being turned around) and will update as soon as they are open.

10/08/26 @ 4:45 P.M. I-5 SB diverted to138 east. Newhall CHP is turning NB traffic around at Smokey Bear. Fire is just north of Smokey Bear Rd Burning on the east side of the freeway and median. Unknown ETO at this time.

10/05/26 - 7:55 A.M. I-5 southbound, north of Lebec Service Rd., the #3 & #4 lanes are closed due to clean up efforts. Expect delays through the area and keep your eyes on the road. No need for additional crashes.

From 6 p.m. Oct 2 through 6 a.m. Oct 3, CHP statewide will focus on removing impaired drivers from our roads This isn’t about citations. It’s about preventing crashes & saving lives. Drive sober. youtu.be/jf0lAR99AbM?si=u3IG… A powerful reminder of why this work matters.

10/01/2026 @ 8:00 A.M. I-5 FREEWAY NB IS and has been OPENED THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE. As a reminder, buckle up, watch your speed, and maintain your distance from other vehicles.

UPDATE 🚨‼️ 9/30/26 @ 9:30 P.M. I-5 northbound at Lebec Service Rd is OPEN. The #1 (fast) lane will remain closed south of Grapevine Rd. for unk duration as fire crews and tows clean up the area. Traffic is heavily backed up. Slow down and keep your eyes on the road.

UPDATE 🚨 🚨 9/24/26 @ 12:25 P.M. I-5 northbound, north of Gorman Rd. ALL LANES are open from the earlier closure of three lanes. Drive safe and remember to buckle up. #trafficupdate #drivetoarrive

9/24/26 @ 5:45 A.M. I-5 northbound, north of Gorman Rd., traffic is heavily backed up due to a crash. Only the #4 lane(slow) is open at this time. Expect delays through the area and keep your eyes on the road.

9/15/26 @ 1:20 P.M. I-5 northbound to Grapevine Rd. exit is CLOSED (Exit only) due to a vehicle crash. Unknown duration for opening. Drive safe and keep your eyes on the road ahead of you. #CommercialVehicleSafety

9/14/26 @ 2:45 P.M I-5 northbound, south of Grapevine Rd. Units are working two separate crashes. One lane is open. Proceed with caution and put the distractions away.

On this 25th anniversary of 9/11/2001, the California Highway Patrol joins our nation in remembering and honoring those who lost their lives, the families forever changed, and the courage and resilience that followed. 25 Years Later-We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget.

The Holiday Enforcement Period is in effect from 6:01 p.m. on 9/4 through 11:59 p.m. on 9/7.Officers will focus on removing impaired drivers from the road. Simply, it's not worth it If you see a suspected impaired driver on the road, call 9-1-1. Your call could save a life.

UPDATE ‼️ 8/31/26 @ 9:00 P.M. I-5 southbound at Grapevine Road. The #3 and #4 lanes are OPEN from the earlier 🔥. Workers are in area. Thank you for your patience and safe travels. Keep your eyes on road.