UPDATE: All Westbound Lanes of I-80 Near Richmond Reopen After Collision Overturns Two Cars
RICHMOND (CBS SF) -- A crash on westbound I-80 overturned two vehicles and blocked all lanes for over an hour, causing heavy traffic delays during rush hour Tuesday afternoon.
The crash reportedly happened near El Portal at around 2:45 p.m. Images from Caltrans cameras showed two vehicles that were overturned.
At least one person was reportedly injured in the crash. CHP officials did not immediately say the extent of injuries caused by the crash.
Another Crash:
— News24/680 (@News24680) November 2, 2021
This one in #Richmond, on westbound I80 east of El Portal. Report that a child may be injured. Air ambulance reportedly inbound to land on freeway. pic.twitter.com/9Kjs7dS2Zp
KCBS also provided alternative routes for those trying to commute north on I-80.
#Richmond - Here are some alternates to #I80 WB due to the #SpecialTrafficAlert that has ALL WB lanes blocked. Map courtesy of #Caltrans #KCBSTraffic pic.twitter.com/uSwEN2A687
— KCBS Radio - The Traffic Leader (@KCBSAMFMTraffic) November 2, 2021
Shortly before 4 p.m., the right westbound lane of I-80 had reopened as well as the on-ramp at El Portal. Traffic remained heavily backed-up in both directions.
Update - #Richmond - #SpecialTrafficAlert - #I80 WB at #ElPortal the Right Lane is now open as is the El Portal Onramp to I-80 WB. Traffic is heavily backed up in both directions. I-80 WB alternates are #RichmondPkwy #SanPabloAve. Photo credit: #Caltrans #KCBSTraffic pic.twitter.com/gYQ6K0aP0h
— KCBS Radio - The Traffic Leader (@KCBSAMFMTraffic) November 2, 2021
At about 4:10 p.m., all lanes had reopened, according to authorities.
UPDATE: Residual Delays on Westbound I-80 West of El Portal Dr in San Pablo. All Lanes Open.
— 511 SF Bay (@511SFBay) November 2, 2021