One particular person was flown to a hospital Sunday morning after a fiery three-vehicle crash that has snarled site visitors in Oakley.
The crash occurred round 9:45 a.m. when three automobiles collided on the intersection of East Cypress Highway and Summer season Lake Drive, inflicting one among them to ignite, stated Steve Aubert, fireplace marshal for the East Contra Costa Hearth Safety District.
The particular person flown to a hospital was in vital situation, Aubert stated, and one other particular person was taken to a hospital with average accidents. Six individuals had been unhurt.
The crash has precipitated backups within the space, and the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Workplace expects East Cypress Highway to be closed till almost 1 p.m., if not later. It is also advising individuals to take alternate routes whereas accessing or leaving Bethel Island and the Summer season Lake group.