Heavy Dump Truck Fire Temporarily Blocks I-76 In Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — A dump truck caught fire early Tuesday, temporarily blocking Interstate 76 westbound in Philadelphia.

The truck caught fire around 5 a.m. just before the westbound City Avenue on-ramp to I-76 west, according to the Gladwyne Volunteer Fire company.

Arriving firefighters saw heavy flames in the engine/cab area, which were extinguished.

The westbound lanes of I-76 — locally known as the Schuylkill Expressway — were closed for just under an hour, officials said.

The Gladwyne Fire Company is looking for people to join their ranks.

"Thank you to all of our firefighters who wake up and respond to these call to help complete strangers in their time of need," the fire department said in a statement. "If you think you should be a part of this courageous and dedicated team of firefighters, please stop by the firehouse to discuss and we can show you around."

The firehouse is located at 1044 Black Rock Rd., Gladwyne. Find out more.