Marines Corps live-fire event at Camp Pendleton to close down large stretch of coastal freeway

Marine Corps Live-Fire Event

A large stretch of coastal freeway will be closed due to a Marine Corps live-fire event at Camp Pendleton.

The event, part of the Marine Corps' 250th birthday celebration, will involve firing artillery over the I-5 Freeway.

“extreme life safety risk and distraction to drivers, including sudden unexpected and loud explosions”

The California Highway Patrol announced the closure, which will be in effect from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, from Harbor Drive in Oceanside to Basilone Road near San Onofre.

Author's summary: Marines' live-fire event closes I-5 Freeway.

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