Major Collision Causes Traffic Jam on I-80

Traffic Collision on Interstate 80 in Penryn Causes Delays Today

📍 Penryn, CA

📅 Published: June 5, 2025 at 08:07 PM

🔄 Updated: June 5, 2025 at 11:30 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Penryn, CA
Penryn, June 5, 2025 -

A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 80 West near Penryn Road in Penryn, CA, leading to substantial traffic disruptions. The incident involved three vehicles, with one vehicle striking a tree, a gray sedan colliding with another tree, and a third vehicle overturning with roof damage.

Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and ensure safety. Traffic control units were deployed to direct vehicles away from the affected area. As a result, the right lane and an additional lane on the westbound side of Interstate 80 were closed for approximately two hours, causing delays and congestion for motorists.

Tow operations were initiated to remove the damaged vehicles, with a tow truck called to assist in clearing the roadway. The California Highway Patrol issued a SigAlert, notifying drivers of the lane closures and estimating that the lanes would reopen around 10 PM.

Motorists in the vicinity should anticipate delays and consider alternate routes to avoid the backup caused by this traffic incident. Authorities are working diligently to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.

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