Semi Truck Fire Shuts Down Eastbound Lanes of Interstate 70 near Golden
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: September 1, 2023
Fire extinguished, no fatalities reported
A semi truck caught fire near Golden on Thursday evening, resulting in the closure of the eastbound lanes of Interstate 70. The incident occurred between C-470 and U.S. 6 in Golden, according to Colorado State Patrol (CSP). As a result, eastbound traffic was diverted to eastbound U.S. 6.
CSP first reported the crash at approximately 6:20 p.m., stating that "the engulfed semi was carrying cardboard" and fortunately, "the driver [was] able to get out." Around 7:30 p.m., CSP confirmed that the fire had been extinguished.
Drivers were advised to anticipate delays due to the road closure. However, there was some good news as CSP expected at least one or two of the eastbound I-70 lanes to be open by 8 p.m., which actually happened nearly thirty minutes earlier than anticipated.
To facilitate cleanup operations overnight, a tow carrier would bring cones and signs to hold lane three. Motorists were urged by CSP to reduce their speed and provide ample space for emergency crews working at the scene.
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Incident at a Glance
- Vehicles:
- semi truck
- State:
- Colorado
- City:
- Golden
- Location:
- Interstate 70, Golden, Colorado
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-08-31
- Time of Incident:
- Thursday evening
Interstate 70, Golden, Colorado
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