Major Multi-Vehicle Collision Disrupts I-880 Traffic

Traffic Collision on Interstate 880 South in Newark Causes Delays Today

📍 Newark, CA

📅 Published: May 28, 2025 at 07:09 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Newark, CA
Newark, May 28, 2025 -

A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 880 South near Thornton Avenue in Newark, CA, involving a total of seven vehicles, including a red sedan, a black SUV, and a red Kia Rio. The incident was reported around 6:14 PM and resulted in the blockage of lanes 2 and 3, leading to notable traffic disruptions during the evening commute.

Emergency response units arrived promptly to manage the situation and control traffic flow. A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the red Kia Rio, which was determined to be immovable. Other vehicles, including a Toyota RAV4, were noted as drivable and were moved to the right to help alleviate congestion.

As a result of this traffic incident, motorists experienced delays and backups on Interstate 880 South, with traffic moving slowly as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Traffic management units were also deployed to ensure safe passage for drivers navigating around the blocked lanes.

Drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area and anticipate potential delays as the aftermath of the traffic collision continues to affect evening travel. Authorities are actively working to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.

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