A traffic collision on Interstate 680 South in Martinez, CA, caused significant delays during the morning commute today. The incident involved two vehicles: a gray small sedan and a black vehicle. The collision occurred near the Marina Vista Road off-ramp, resulting in both vehicles becoming non-drivable.
Emergency response teams arrived promptly at the scene to manage the situation and ensure traffic flow. Initially, the first lane was blocked, leading to congestion for drivers traveling southbound. As the situation unfolded, additional lanes were affected, contributing to the backup.
By 8:43 AM, emergency personnel had successfully cleared the roadway, reopening all lanes. However, motorists experienced slow-moving traffic as they navigated past the area. The Department of Transportation was notified to assist with traffic management and monitor the situation.
Drivers are advised to remain cautious and expect possible delays near the Marina Vista Road off-ramp as residual congestion may linger following the earlier traffic incident.