A traffic collision on Interstate 280 North in San Jose, CA, caused significant disruptions to traffic flow today during the late afternoon. The incident, which occurred around 4:31 PM, involved two vehicles: a white Fiat 500 and a silver Chrysler van.
Emergency response teams arrived promptly to manage the scene and ensure safety. As a result of the traffic incident, lane closures were necessary to facilitate the removal of the vehicles. One vehicle was towed from the roadway, while the other remained drivable.
Traffic management units were deployed to direct vehicles safely around the scene, leading to temporary backups and congestion in the area. Motorists traveling on Interstate 280 North experienced delays as vehicles were pulled to the side to accommodate emergency operations.
The collision took place near the 11th Street off-ramp, a busy area during the afternoon commute. Drivers are advised to remain cautious and expect possible delays if traveling through this section of the highway.
The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the scene to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. For those planning to travel in the vicinity, it is recommended to seek alternate routes to avoid the traffic congestion resulting from this traffic collision.