Vehicle Fires Disrupt Traffic Across Multiple States

Several recent vehicle fires have disrupted traffic and prompted emergency responses across the United States. In Elk Grove, California, a semi-truck hauling brand-new cars caught fire on I-5, destroying two vehicles on its trailer but causing no injuries, with the driver able to disconnect the truck cab before further damage occurred. In Las Vegas, a wrong-way crash involving a semi-tractor trailer and a minivan on I-15 resulted in both vehicles catching fire and the death of the minivan driver, with authorities still investigating the incident. Separately, a van fire on Interstate 95 in Newton, Massachusetts, led to temporary highway closure, though no injuries were reported. These incidents highlight the dangers of vehicle fires and the swift response required from emergency crews to minimize harm and restore traffic flow.