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CHP Reopens I-880 Southbound Lanes After Tesla Semi Fire

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026 · How we work

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California Highway Patrol reopened southbound I-880 lanes in Hayward after a Tesla semi fire.
The fire began around 5:35 p.m. Tuesday near Route 92, prompting CHP to close directions at 5:45 p.m.
The driver said the rig ignited spontaneously and no injuries were reported.
Northbound lanes reopened at 8:40 p.m., with southbound lanes fully accessible by 3:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Firefighters said the lithium-battery flames were extremely difficult to extinguish, leaving the cause unconfirmed.

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California Highway Patrol reopened southbound I-880 lanes in Hayward after a Tesla semi fire.
The fire began around 5:35 p.m. Tuesday near Route 92, prompting CHP to close directions at 5:45 p.m.
The driver said the rig ignited spontaneously and no injuries were reported.
Northbound lanes reopened at 8:40 p.m., with southbound lanes fully accessible by 3:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Firefighters said the lithium-battery flames were extremely difficult to extinguish, leaving the cause unconfirmed.