UPDATE: I-580 Lanes Reopen in Pleasanton Following Big Rig Crash, Fuel Spill

By Bay City News —

All lanes are open following a big rig collision and fuel spill on westbound Interstate Highway 580 in Pleasanton early this morning, according
to the California Highway Patrol.

According to the CHP, a big rig struck a sound wall on westbound I-580, underneath the I-680 overcrossing.

A Sig-alert was issued at 1:15 a.m., according to the CHP.

According to the CHP, about 40 gallons of diesel fuel from the big rig's fuel tank are estimated to have spilled onto the roadway.

The roadway was clear by about 3:15 a.m., according to the CHP.

Original story:

A big rig struck a sound wall and crashed on westbound Interstate 580 early Wednesday, leaking fuel and blocking three lanes, according to the California Highway Patrol.

According to the CHP, a big rig struck a sound wall on westbound I-580, underneath the I-680 overcrossing around 1:15 a.m.

About 40 gallons of diesel fuel spilled onto the roadway. The connector ramps are open, but motorists are advised to use alternate routes and expect delays in the area.

It's unknown when the lanes will be reopened, the CHP said.

For live traffic updates, visit our map at pleasanton.patch.com/commute.

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