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ROAD CLEARED: Vehicle fire caused heavy traffic on I-75 South

I-75 (Milepost 244) vehicle fire
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TAMPA, Fla. — A vehicle fire on I-75 South (Milepost 244) led to heavy traffic and the temporary closure of Big Bend Road Ramp on Thursday night, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).

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Troopers responded to the vehicle fire shortly after 7:30 p.m., as fire crews battled the blaze that was likely due to a mechanical issue, according to FHP.

I-75 Milepost 244 vehicle fire

The ramp was reopened just before 1 a.m. Friday. And no one was injured.

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