Castro Valley, CA – A UPS truck struck overhead wires on Somerset Avenue in Castro Valley, California, late Thursday afternoon, sparking a fire that blocked traffic in both directions. The incident occurred around 5:25 PM when the truck collided with the wires, causing significant disruption in the area. Emergency crews responded swiftly, extinguishing the fire and ensuring the safety of the public.
By 5:37 PM, the fire had completely obstructed both lanes of Somerset Avenue, leading to traffic delays as emergency personnel worked to clear the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Crews remained on-site to manage the situation and coordinate with utility services to address the damaged overhead wires.
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) was notified shortly after the incident and dispatched officials to inspect the affected pole and wires. The scene was fully cleared by 6:57 PM, allowing traffic to return to normal.