Crime & Safety
I-93 South Reopened after Flames Engulf Car
Emergency crews responded to the fire, which shut down most of I-93 South.

Update: All lanes are now open
SOMERVILLE, MA - A car caught fire Friday evening on I-93 in Somerville.
The blaze happened on the southbound highway near Exit 26.
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All southbound lanes except the HOV lane were closed. The highways was fully reopened just before 6:30 p.m.
This is a developing story. Check back with Patch for updates.
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