A traffic collision on Interstate 80 East in Sacramento, CA, caused significant traffic disruptions during the morning commute today. The incident involved two vehicles: a white Buick Encore and a gray sedan. The collision occurred around 6:40 AM at the Truxel Road interchange.
Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol, quickly responded to the scene to manage traffic flow and ensure safety. As crews worked to clear the vehicles, they directed traffic to move to the right-hand side of the roadway to minimize obstruction. Despite these efforts, motorists experienced delays and congestion in the area as traffic was rerouted around the incident.
By 7:19 AM, emergency personnel were actively managing the scene, but traffic remained affected as the vehicles sustained damage requiring on-scene management. Drivers were advised to expect backups and delays while the situation was being resolved.
Motorists were encouraged to seek alternative routes if possible to avoid congestion. The California Highway Patrol remained on-site to facilitate traffic flow and ensure safety until the incident was fully cleared.
As the morning progressed, traffic conditions gradually improved, but drivers were reminded to stay alert and drive cautiously in the vicinity of traffic incidents to ensure safety for all road users.