UPDATE: Interstate 71/75 Shut Down at Mall Road

Due to tractor trailer fire.

Photo via www.ohgo.com.

Update via the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC):

A commercial vehicle fire happened at about 9:15 a.m. on I-71/75 southbound near the Mall Road exit (180.64 mile point). The incident currently has all travel lanes and the exit off-ramp to Mall Road blocked. The left shoulder is currently open.

KYTC inspectors will review the pavement, barriers and ramps and will make any necessary repairs prior to lanes/ramps reopening. 

The incident is expected to be cleared in several hours. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes to avoid delays. KYTC will advise on social media once all lanes/ramps have reopened.

 

Original story: 

(Florence, Ky.) - A tractor trailer fire has halted traffic on Interstate 71/75 southbound in northern Kentucky. 

The incident was reported just after 9:00 a.m. at the Mall Road exit. 

No information on the driver or injuries has been announced at this time. 

Motorists are advised to find an alternative route until further notice. 

 

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