Crime & Safety

Vehicle Fire Causing I-75 Backup in Big Bend Area

Breaking: A Monday morning vehicle fire is causing a traffic snarl on Interstate 75 north.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL — Motorists with plans to head north on Interstate 75 are being asked to avoid the area near Big Bend Road.

According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, a vehicle fire near the Big Bend exit has caused a backup of about 2 miles Monday morning.

Deputies are asking motorists to stay away from the area.

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