Marines Corps Live-Fire Event
A large stretch of coastal freeway will be closed due to a Marines Corps live-fire event at Camp Pendleton.
The event is part of the Marine Corps' 250th birthday celebration, which will involve firing artillery over the I-5 Freeway.
“extreme life safety risk and distraction to drivers, including sudden unexpected and loud explosions”
The closure will be in effect from Harbor Drive in Oceanside to Basilone Road near San Onofre, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
California Highway Patrol announced the closure, citing the Marine Corps' event as the reason.
This comes after the Marine Corps initially stated that no freeway closure would be necessary.
Author's Summary
Marine Corps' live-fire event closes I-5 Freeway for safety reasons.
- Closure time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Closure location: Harbor Drive to Basilone Road
- Reason: Extreme life safety risk and distraction to drivers