A serious incident occurred early this morning on Interstate 680 South near the Crow Canyon Road East on-ramp in San Ramon, California, involving one vehicle and a pedestrian. At approximately 4:38 AM, emergency services were alerted to a collision after a pedestrian unexpectedly ran onto the freeway.
Witnesses reported that the pedestrian entered the busy roadway, resulting in a collision with a vehicle traveling in the right lane. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation, blocking multiple lanes to ensure safety and facilitate their response efforts.
Ambulance services were requested shortly after the incident was reported, and the California Department of Transportation was notified to assist with traffic control in the area. As emergency personnel worked diligently, lanes three and four were temporarily closed to manage the scene effectively, while lanes one and two remained open for a period.
By approximately 5:06 AM, additional resources were called to the scene to assist with the situation. Traffic was significantly impacted during this time, with reports confirming lane closures as responders worked to clear the area.
As the response continued, all lanes were eventually reopened by 6:35 AM, allowing traffic to resume normal flow. A tow truck was called to remove the vehicle involved in the incident as part of the cleanup process.
This incident highlights the importance of pedestrian safety and awareness on busy roadways. Authorities continue to urge individuals to exercise caution when near highways and to remain vigilant while driving, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced.