A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 (I-80) at the San Pablo Avenue on-ramp in Richmond, CA. The incident involved a black Mazda3 and a black SUV, with one vehicle ending up down an embankment. This collision resulted in lane closures, significantly impacting traffic flow in the area.
Emergency response units arrived promptly to manage the situation and control traffic. Towing services were requested for both vehicles involved in the incident, with one tow truck needing to cut through fencing to retrieve the vehicle that had gone down the embankment. As a result, motorists experienced delays and congestion, particularly affecting morning commuters traveling through this busy corridor.
Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the area while emergency crews work to clear the scene. The San Pablo Avenue on-ramp to eastbound I-80 remains impacted as crews continue to address the aftermath of the traffic incident. Authorities are working diligently to restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible.
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