A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the intersection of State Route 24 and State Route 13 in Oakland, CA. The incident took place during the morning commute and involved a grey Honda, which is part of a club fleet, and another vehicle of unspecified make and color. One of the vehicles was rendered not drivable, leading to temporary lane closures and partial blockage of the roadway.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Department of Transportation (DOT), responded quickly to manage traffic and control the scene. As a result of the collision, traffic flow was significantly impacted, causing delays and congestion for motorists in the area. The southbound lanes of State Route 24 transitioning to State Route 13 experienced notable backup due to the incident.
In addition to managing the traffic incident, responders noted that a section of the guardrail was protruding into the lanes, requiring further attention from Caltrans. The DOT was requested to assist with the situation, and updates indicated that their team would arrive shortly.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and exercise caution while traveling through the area due to ongoing traffic management efforts. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.