Hwy 50 W blocked since 2:30 AM fatality

   April 22, 2015 at 6:50 AM:  US Hwy 50 at Stockton Boulevard in South Sacramento is still blocked with only one lane open westbound since a fatal collision around
2:30 AM. Traffic is backed up for miles. Avoid the area if possible.

    This was first reported as a vehicle going the opposite direction on the freeway. At least three vehicles were involved in the crash. One was totally engulfed in flames. One person has reportedly died in this crash.

   CHP is trying to divert traffic around the crash, but waits are around 45 minutes.  The hope to have the freeway clear and open by 7:30 AM.