A significant traffic collision occurred today on northbound Interstate 680 (I-680) near Andrade Road in Sunol, CA, involving nine vehicles, including a 2018 black Tesla Model S and a white Scion. The incident blocked lanes one and two, leading to substantial traffic delays and congestion in the area.
Emergency response teams were dispatched to manage the scene and direct traffic. A tow truck was called to remove the white Scion, which sustained front-end damage, while other vehicles remained in place for assessment. The traffic incident caused significant backups, impacting the flow of vehicles during the busy afternoon hours.
As the situation developed, the California Highway Patrol issued a sigalert, warning drivers to expect delays of approximately one hour. By late afternoon, only lane one remained blocked, allowing some traffic to resume flow.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area and to consider alternate routes to avoid ongoing congestion. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the traffic incident and its impact on local traffic conditions.