A serious traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on Interstate 880 North at Whipple Road in Union City, CA, at approximately 1:25 PM. The incident involved two white sedans and one gray vehicle, resulting in injuries to at least one individual who reported pain in the neck and chest area.
Emergency services responded promptly, dispatching multiple units to manage the scene and assist those injured. The collision caused significant front-end damage to one of the white Nissan sedans, rendering it undriveable. The second white vehicle, a Land Rover SUV, sustained damage to its left rear tire. Both vehicles required towing due to the extent of the damage.
Traffic flow was impacted as emergency responders worked to clear the area. The left lanes of the highway were blocked for a period, leading to delays for motorists traveling through the area. Tow trucks were requested to expedite the removal of the damaged vehicles, with one arriving shortly after the incident was reported.
An ambulance was dispatched to the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured individual. The situation was initially classified as a traffic collision with unknown injuries but was later confirmed to require medical attention for the individual experiencing neck and chest pain.
Authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution when traveling through the area and to be mindful of emergency vehicles. The California Highway Patrol will provide further updates as more information becomes available.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if possible to avoid delays. The safety of all road users remains a top priority, and officials are working diligently to restore normal traffic flow on Interstate 880 North.