A significant traffic collision involving two big rigs occurred today on Interstate 680 South near the Andrade Road on-ramp in Sunol, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 5:08 AM, leading to the closure of lanes 3 to 5, with only lane 1 briefly remaining open. This caused considerable delays for drivers during the busy morning commute.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, focusing on traffic management and scene control. Multiple units were dispatched to assist with the cleanup, as debris from the collision was reported in the affected lanes. The Department of Transportation was also notified to aid in the situation.
By around 5:47 AM, lanes 1 and 2 were reopened, but the right lanes remained closed due to ongoing cleanup efforts. A heavy-duty tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the involved vehicles, further impacting traffic flow.
At 6:51 AM, a SigAlert was issued for southbound Interstate 680, just south of Andrade Road, indicating that the right lanes remained blocked and advising motorists to expect delays. The scene was cleared within approximately one hour, allowing traffic to return to normal, though significant congestion was experienced during the incident.