Major Vehicle Accident and Rescue on State Route 56, San Diego

Summary: A serious multi-vehicle accident, including a rollover, occurred on State Route 56 (SR-56) near Black Mountain Road in San Diego, California. Both eastbound and westbound lanes were affected, with multiple vehicles involved and at least one fatality (1144 code). Emergency response included fire engines, trucks, battalions, and medic units, with an upgrade to a vehicle rescue and the involvement of USAR (Urban Search and Rescue). Coordination between San Diego Police, California Highway Patrol (CHP), and fire/medical units was ongoing, with patient triage and transport to local hospitals. The incident required significant resources and posed a high risk to victims and responders.