Semi-truck carrying cars catches on fire near I-85 ramp, officials say

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Published: Feb. 13, 2023 at 2:39 PM EST
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A vehicle fire near an exit ramp in DeKalb County caused a massive traffic jam on northbound I-285 to I-85 Monday afternoon.

Emergency crews responded to the vehicle fire just before 2 p.m. near the Pleasantdale Road exit ramp.

Officials told Atlanta News First that several vehicles being carried by a tractor-trailer caught fire.

No injuries were reported.

All lanes were reopened just before 4:30 p.m.

No other details have been released at this time.