A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of Interstate 680 near the North Main Street on-ramp in Walnut Creek, CA. The incident, reported around 1:39 PM, involved three vehicles: a small gray SUV, a black Ford Expedition, and a gray Chevrolet SUV. Emergency services responded quickly after receiving a crash notification from a rental vehicle.
At the scene, it was observed that the black Ford Expedition had deployed airbags, and there were indications of possible injuries, although the specifics remain unknown. Fire crews were dispatched to assist, and an ambulance was requested to provide medical attention.
The collision resulted in significant traffic disruptions, with several lanes blocked. By 1:48 PM, it was confirmed that lanes five and six were obstructed, requiring multiple tow trucks to clear the area. One vehicle was reported to be in lane one, and additional towing assistance was called for the full-size SUV involved.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the situation is resolved. The California Highway Patrol is managing the incident and working to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.