PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Interstate 5 northbound is closed Tuesday due to a truck fire, authorities said.
According to Portland Fire & Rescue, a truck carrying propane tanks was fully on fire on Interstate 5 Northbound at Going Street.
Due to the risk, officials shut down traffic in both directions, however southbound traffic has since reopened.
Although the fire is out, officials said that northbound lanes are expected to be closed throughout the day due to the severe amount of damage done to the road.
Stay tuned while we bring you updates on this developing situation.
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