Vehicle Fire Closes Lanes on I-95 in Fairfield: UPDATE (Cleared)

UPDATE: The scene has been cleared, according to DOT officials.

From the state DOT

Incident: Motor Vehicle Accident - FAIRFIELD

Description: I-95 Southbound is congested between Exits 22 and 19 (1.9 miles) because of Motor Vehicle Accident (Vehicle Fire) between Exits 20 and 19. The left and center lanes are closed. Reported Monday, January 9 at 5:20 pm.

Estimated Duration: 1/2 hour or less

Incident: Delays - FAIRFIELD

Description: I-95 Southbound is congested between Exits 22 and 19 (1.9 miles) because of Motor Vehicle Accident (Vehicle Fire) between Exits 20 and 19. The left and center lanes are closed. Reported Monday, January 9 at 5:20 pm.

Estimated Duration: Unknown

This story will be updated when more information is available.

Image via Connecticut DOT traffic cameras

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