Vehicle engulfed in flames on Bay Bridge

Hamza Fahmy
·1 min read

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A pickup truck caught fire on the Bay Bridge on Tuesday, the California Highway Patrol said.

Officials shared the news at approximately 11 a.m. on Tuesday, saying a “fully engulfed vehicle fire” is blocking several lanes on Interstate 80 westbound west of Treasure Island Road in San Francisco.

The left and center lanes were blocked. Drivers were advised to expect delays and to use alternate routes to avoid the area. Fire and tow services were routed to the car to remove the vehicle.

As of 11:30 a.m., CHP said the center lanes had been re-opened. The left lanes remained closed due to the car fire.

As of 12:35 p.m., all lanes on the Bay Bridge have been re-opened, the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management said. The driver of the vehicle escaped safely, the Oakland Fire Department said. No other injuries were reported.

Officials said drivers are still advised to expect delays and use alternate routes.

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