A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 680 North near the Interstate 680 North and State Route 242 North connector in Concord, CA. The incident, which took place around 2:59 PM, involved a silver Volkswagen GTI and a silver Nissan Sentra, the latter of which sustained front-end damage.
Following the collision, traffic was significantly impacted, with blocked and slow-moving lanes reported shortly after the incident. Emergency units were dispatched to the scene to manage traffic flow and ensure safety for all motorists. Tow services were requested, indicating that at least one of the vehicles was not driveable, further contributing to the congestion in the area.
By approximately 3:19 PM, emergency responders had managed to open some of the slow lanes, but delays and backups persisted as crews worked diligently to clear the scene. The Nissan Sentra was towed from the location, and vehicles were moved to a nearby parking area to alleviate traffic.
Motorists traveling through this area should anticipate potential delays and consider alternate routes if possible. The situation is being managed by multiple emergency units, and updates will be provided as the scene is cleared.