A traffic collision involving injuries occurred on the westbound lanes of Interstate 580 east of the Richmond San Rafael Bridge Toll Plaza in Richmond, resulting in blocked lanes. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued a severe traffic alert due to the incident, which has impacted the left lanes.
Drivers are being advised to anticipate delays and to use alternate routes if possible. At present, there is no estimated time for the reopening of the blocked lanes.
Images from a CalTrans camera in the area reveal a significant traffic backlog along the westbound lanes of I-580. This incident underlines the importance of safe driving practices and the need for effective traffic incident management to minimize disruptions.