[02-27-2026] San Bernardino County, CA – One Dead, Another Injured in Crash Involving Two Big Rigs on Highway 247

One person was killed and another injured in a fiery crash involving two big rigs on Highway 247 between Lucerne Valley and Barstow in San Bernardino County, early Friday morning, February 27, 2026.

According to California Highway Patrol logs, the crash was reported at around 1:00 a.m. near Fern Road. 

At least one of the involved trucks overturned and caught fire, spilling cement onto the roadway. Good Samaritans stopped to try to assist at the scene. 

One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while another was transported to a hospital for treatment.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and authorities continue to gather details.

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Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.