Injuries Reported in Oakland Collision on Interstate 80 Bay Bridge near Yerba Buena Island
Oakland, California (September 24, 2021) – Injuries were reported following a traffic collision involving four vehicles in Oakland early Friday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
At around 4:50 a.m., authorities responded to westbound Interstate 80 on the Bay Bridge near Yerba Buena Island, to investigate the report of a car crash.
The authorities arrived at the scene and determined that four vehicles, including a bus, were involved in the collision.
4-Car Collision on Bay Bridge in Oakland
The exact number of injured parties and the extent of their injuries were not immediately available.
Two westbound lanes on the Bay Bridge were closed following the crash.
Further details regarding the collision were not immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it's not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.