A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 580 near the Sir Francis Drake on-ramp in San Rafael, CA. The incident took place around 12:35 PM and involved a Chevrolet vehicle and a trailer. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident began when the Chevrolet started swerving, which led to the trailer detaching from the vehicle. Both the Chevrolet and the trailer came to rest on the right-hand side of the road. Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol and the Freeway Service Patrol, quickly responded to the scene to manage the situation.
By 12:39 PM, it was confirmed that both vehicles were not drivable and required towing. A marine club flatbed was arranged to assist with the towing process, with an estimated arrival time of approximately 20 minutes. The California Highway Patrol later updated the incident report, confirming that there were no injuries involved.
Traffic flow in the area was minimally affected, as the vehicles were located on the right-hand side of the road, away from the main traffic lanes. The prompt response from emergency services ensured that the situation was resolved efficiently, allowing for the safe removal of the vehicles from the scene.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 580 are reminded to remain cautious and aware of their surroundings, especially in areas where vehicles may be stopped or in distress. The California Highway Patrol continues to encourage safe driving practices to prevent similar incidents in the future.