A traffic collision on State Route 24 West in Orinda, CA, has caused significant traffic delays this morning. The incident occurred around 10:01 AM and involved two vehicles: a Grand Jeep Cherokee and a red sedan. The collision resulted in the blockage of lane 2, leading to congestion for motorists during the busy morning commute.
Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene to manage traffic and work on clearing the roadway. While one vehicle was drivable, the other required towing assistance due to the deployment of airbags. Several units were dispatched to ensure the safe removal of the vehicles and to restore normal traffic flow.
By 10:10 AM, emergency responders had moved the vehicles to the shoulder, allowing for the reopening of lanes. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the red sedan, with an estimated arrival time of approximately 10 minutes. Traffic began to gradually return to normal by 10:36 AM as the situation was brought under control.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as residual delays may persist. This incident underscores the importance of safe driving and the effectiveness of prompt emergency response in minimizing traffic disruption.