Tractor-Trailer Ignited in Crash on Interstate 580 (Livermore, CA)

Vehicle Burned in Crash on Interstate 580

 
Livermore, CA (August 16, 2020) – On Thursday, a tractor-trailer ignited after being involved in a crash on Interstate 580 near Vasco Road.
 
The incident happened at about 11:45 a.m. on August 13.
 
CHP said there was a traffic collision that closed the right and center westbound lanes of the freeway, west of Greenville Road.
 
Also, they said there was an issue with fuel spilled in the incident.
 
Furthermore, CHP Dublin Twitter posted on their Twitter account posted a photo showing a plume of smoke rising from the vehicle on fire. The incident caused the traffic to back up to Greenville Road.
 
At around 12:40 p.m., authorities said that it was a tractor-trailer that had been in a crash and ended up in a fire.
 
Authorities advised the motorists to expect residual delays and to use alternate routes to avoid the area.
 
Then, at about 1:15 p.m., authorities announced that all lanes were reopened.
 
CHP in Livermore issued an all-clear Thursday afternoon when lanes were reopened after the collision.
 
Practice safe driving habits on the road at all times… even when it is empty, even when there is no police officer around to make sure you make a full and complete stop.

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What to Do If Involved in Vehicle Crash

 
Thousands of people across California suffer injuries in traffic accidents every year. It is crucial that everyone remain calm in order to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision.
 
The following is how to proceed in the event of an accident:
 
Before anything else, seek medical attention if you have been hurt.
 
Then, get to a safe place to prevent further damage or injury.
 
Also, collect as much information as possible: insurance and contact information of people involved in the accident, and pictures/videos of vehicles involved. Do not forget to include documentation of fault, and whatever else that can be used for evidence.
 
Additionally, file a police report or incident report by calling 911.
 
And lastly, hire an experienced personal injury attorney from Sweet Lawyers.
 
Sweet Lawyer attorneys have over 40 years of legal expertise handling different cases. We can offer you a free, no-obligation consultation just by calling us at (800) 674 7852 or visit our website to know more about what we can do for you. Also, you can send us an e-mail, a text message, or chat with our agents.