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All lanes open after car caught fire in Caldecott tunnel
By Anne Armstrong at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
(KRON)-- A car caught fire at the Caldecott tunnel in Orinda on Saturday, temporarily closing the left bore in both directions. Around 11:18 a.m., a vehicle broke down in the second lane of Bore 2, about 1000 feet from the entrance, due to mechanical issues. The car then caught on fire, causing t...
Key takeaway , a vehicle broke down in the second lane of Bore 2, about 1000 feet from the entrance, due to mechanical issues.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The incident in the Caldecott tunnel is a stark reminder of the potential hazards that exist on the Bay Area's transportation infrastructure. With thousands of vehicles passing through the tunnel daily, the risk of accidents and mechanical failures is ever-present. Fortunately, in this case, the fire was contained and all lanes have been reopened. However, the temporary closure of the left bore in both directions would have caused significant disruptions to commuters traveling between San Francisco and the East Bay. This incident also underscores the need for regular maintenance and inspections of the tunnel to prevent such incidents in the future. The Caldecott tunnel is a critical artery for the region, and any disruption to its operation can have far-reaching consequences for traffic and commerce in the Bay Area. As the investigation into the cause of the fire continues, local residents will be watching to see what measures are taken to prevent similar incidents.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? (KRON)-- A car caught fire at the Caldecott tunnel in Orinda on Saturday, temporarily closing the left bore in both directions. Around 11:18 a.m., a vehicle broke down in the second lane of Bore 2, about 1000 feet from the entrance, due to mechanical issues. The car then caught on fire, causing t...
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