Semi-Truck Fire Causes Congestion on I-465 in Indianapolis
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: April 21, 2023
No injuries reported
INDIANAPOLIS – A large fire broke out on two lanes of westbound I-465, leaving the exit ramp to Keystone closed, according to the Indiana State Police. The incident occurred at approximately 6:52 p.m. on Tuesday, and crews were dispatched to the scene.
"Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire, with no injuries having been reported," said the Indiana State Police in a statement.
The incident involved a single vehicle, a semi-truck, which had a rear brake fire that spread through the trailer. The driver was able to separate the cab from the trailer without injury.
The traffic in the area is highly congested and moving slowly due to the incident. The authorities have advised the public to avoid the area if possible.
The Indiana State Police are investigating the incident, and the cause of the fire is yet to be determined.
This is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.
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Incident at a Glance
- Vehicles:
- semi-truck
- State:
- Indiana
- City:
- Indianapolis
- Location:
- Exit ramp to Keystone on I-465
- Date of Incident:
- 2021-10-13
- Time of Incident:
- 6:52 p.m.
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