A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 24 East near the Acalanes Road North on-ramp in Lafayette, CA. The incident took place around 9:56 PM and involved a white van and a trailer that had become disconnected and lodged in the guardrail.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene after the initial report. The trailer, approximately 20 feet long, was blocking the slow lane, which caused some disruption to traffic flow. By 10:49 PM, the fourth lane was blocked off to allow for the safe removal of the trailer.
A tow truck was dispatched to the scene at approximately 10:27 PM to assist with clearing the roadway. The Department of Transportation Control Center was also notified to help manage traffic in the area. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of this traffic collision, and the situation was resolved without significant complications.
As emergency crews worked to clear the roadway, all lanes were temporarily blocked to ensure the safety of both responders and motorists. By 11:14 PM, all lanes were reported to be temporarily blocked, but the efficient efforts of the tow truck operators and emergency personnel ensured that the area was cleared promptly.
By 11:24 PM, all lanes were reopened, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow. The quick response from emergency services and effective management of the situation helped minimize the impact on traffic in the area.
Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant while driving, especially in areas where incidents may occur. The California Highway Patrol encourages all drivers to adhere to traffic laws and report any hazardous conditions to ensure the safety of all road users.