Crime & Safety
Vehicle Fire Shuts Down Interstate 95 Near Aberdeen
Authorities said I-95 north was temporarily closed after truck fire, fuel spill near MD 22 exit.
HARFORD COUNTY, MD — A vehicle fire snarled traffic on Interstate 95 north near Aberdeen Thursday afternoon for several hours.
Before noon, a truck caught fire and spilled fuel on I-95, drawing fire and hazmat personnel, according to Rich Gardiner, spokesman for the Harford County Volunteer Fire and EMS Association.
Due to the response, I-95 north was temporarily closed before the exit for MD 22 for emergency personnel and cleanup efforts, and lanes gradually reopened as the afternoon progressed.
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As of 3:45 p.m., there was one lane closed on I-95 north in the area.
See the latest lane closure information from state transportation officials.
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PREVIOUS REPORT — A vehicle is completely engulfed in flames on Interstate 95 in Harford County Thursday afternoon.
I-95 north is totally shut down at the exit for MD 22 in Aberdeen. The vehicle fire broke out before noon and after noon, traffic was being held for northbound travelers.
See the latest lane closure information from state transportation officials.
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