A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 980 West near the 12th Street off-ramp in Oakland, CA. The incident was initially reported as a hit-and-run with injuries but was later confirmed to be a no-injury traffic collision.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene at approximately 4:01 PM, where a gray Tesla Model X and a U-Haul truck were involved. Both vehicles were obstructing traffic in lanes two and three, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
As emergency responders worked to manage the situation, all lanes were temporarily blocked, causing delays for motorists in the area. A tow truck was called to remove the U-Haul truck, which was confirmed to be an empty box truck. By 5:21 PM, the California Highway Patrol updated the incident status, clarifying that it was a no-injury traffic collision.
The prompt response from emergency services helped to resolve the situation efficiently, allowing traffic to resume. Motorists are reminded to stay alert and drive safely, especially in busy areas where traffic incidents can occur unexpectedly.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain aware of their surroundings while traveling.