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Car Fire Shuts Down Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, Blocking Traffic: Police

Crews were responding to a vehicle fire on the bridge.

MARIN COUNTY, CA — A vehicle fire shut down all westbound lanes of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge on Thursday morning, causing a major disruption for drivers heading into Marin County, authorities said.

The fire was first reported around 7:20 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.

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All westbound lanes remained blocked near the middle of the bridge, according to Caltrans.

There was no estimated time for the roadway to reopen as of approximately 8:25 a.m., transportation officials said.

Authorities did not immediately provide information about injuries or what caused the fire.

Motorists were advised to expect delays.

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