Midway Fire Expands to 261 Acres Shuts I-580 Alameda County

A significant brush fire in Alameda County, California, near the intersection of Patterson Pass and Midway Roads, caused the closure of both eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 580. The fire expanded rapidly from 20 acres to over 260 acres, prompting Cal Fire and local authorities to block the highway and manage the emergency response. As of the latest update, the fire is 50 percent contained, though the cause of the rapid spread remains unknown. This incident has disrupted traffic in the area, affecting travel between Livermore and Tracy south of the Altamont Pass. Meanwhile, a separate vehicle fire in Nebraska on Interstate 80 near Lincoln caused lane closures and delays but is a distinct event from the Alameda County wildfire. Authorities continue to monitor both situations and provide updates as they develop.