Car Fire on Bay Bridge Causes Major Traffic Delays and Lane Closures

Emergency crews work to clear eastbound lanes on Interstate 80 after a vehicle hauling a trailer caught fire, partially reopening lanes by mid-afternoon.

A car fire on the eastbound San Francisco Bay Bridge caused significant traffic disruptions during the afternoon commute.
The incident initially blocked all eastbound lanes, with two lanes reopened by 2:30 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol.
The burned vehicle was towing a large trailer, adding complexity to the emergency response efforts.
Firefighters, Caltrans crews, and CHP officers are actively working to clear the remaining blocked lanes and investigate the incident.
This is the latest in a series of transportation disruptions on the Bay Bridge, highlighting ongoing challenges for Bay Area commuters.