Contra Costa, CA: Major Multi-Car Accident on 80 Freeway and Appian Way
At Least 1 Severely after Contra Costa Crash on 80 Freeway near Appian Way
Contra Costa, California (November 9, 2019) – At least one person was seriously injured after a multi-car collision Friday evening in the area of Contra Costa, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision happened at around 5:31 p.m. Friday, November 8, on westbound 80 Freeway, just east of Appian Way.
As per the CHP officials, five vehicles crashed for reasons still under investigation.
Major 5-Car Crash 80 Freeway near Appian Way
An ambulance was sent to the scene to attend to at least one person who suffered severe injuries in the crash. The total number of the wounded parties and their current condition was not immediately released.
Tow trucks were requested to remove the vehicles from the crash site.
Authorities blocked the roadway following. The roadway was re-opened as of 7:09 p.m.
No further details regarding this crash were provided.
An investigation is ongoing.
What Causes Car Accidents
Drivers are obliged by law to maintain a safe distance with the car ahead of them. Most of the traffic collisions happen when motorists make unsafe left turns. The California Vehicle Code 21801 requires motorists turning left or making a complete U-turn upon a highway or turning left into a private or public property or an alley should yield the right-of-way to all cars oncoming from the opposite way that are close enough to cause risk at any time during the turning movement.
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