A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 980 East near the 17th Street off-ramp in Oakland, CA. The incident took place around 12:21 PM and involved a white Mini Cooper and a black mid-sized sedan. While initial reports suggested unknown injuries, the situation was later classified as involving minor injuries.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, managing traffic and ensuring safety for all motorists. A nearby witness reported observing the collision from their rearview mirror. Although there were mentions of an unknown vehicle potentially involved, the primary vehicles confirmed in the incident were the Mini Cooper and the black sedan.
Traffic was impacted during the response and cleanup, with lane closures in effect for approximately 1.5 hours. By around 1:32 PM, the scene was cleared, allowing for the resumption of normal traffic flow.
Drivers in the area were advised to exercise caution and remain aware of their surroundings as the situation developed. The quick response from emergency services helped minimize disruption and ensured the incident was managed effectively.
As always, the California Highway Patrol encourages all motorists to drive safely and attentively to prevent such incidents on the road.