A traffic collision on State Route 24 East in Orinda, CA, has caused significant traffic disruptions today. The incident, which involved three vehicles—a silver Toyota Camry, an unknown vehicle, and a Caldecott Truck—occurred around 3:25 PM. Initial reports indicated that one vehicle was partially blocking lane one, while debris was present on the roadway.
Emergency response units quickly arrived at the scene, and traffic management systems were activated to control the situation. Lanes three and four were blocked, leading to delays and congestion for drivers in the area. Tow trucks were requested to assist with the removal of the vehicles, with at least one vehicle being moved to the right-hand side of the road.
By approximately 4:39 PM, all lanes were reported to be open, and the traffic management systems were deactivated. However, the incident caused a backup during the afternoon commute, affecting many motorists traveling through this busy corridor.
The California Highway Patrol remained on scene to manage traffic flow and ensure safety until the situation was resolved. Drivers are advised to remain cautious in the area as residual delays may still be experienced following the traffic incident.