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Tractor-trailer fire causes delays on I-40 East near Garner

The tractor-trailer fire happened on I-40 East near Exit 306 (U.S. Highway 70) in Garner.

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Tractor-trailer fire causes delays on I-40 East at US 70 in Garner
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WRAL staff

A tractor-trailer carrying produce caught fire Thursday in Interstate 40 East, creating heavy onlooker delays during the busy morning commute.

A North Carolina state trooper told WRAL News the fire was caused by a tire that caught fire and spread to the trailer and cab.

Before 7:15 a.m., two right lanes were closed on I-40 East near Exit 306 for U.S. Highway 70 in Garner.

No one was injured.

A viewer sent in photos of the fire, and you can see the tractor-trailer being engulfed by the flames.

Photo sent by David T.

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