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Car Fire on Northbound 101 Freeway Causes Major Traffic Delays

KTLA 5December 8, 20251 min2,250 views
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Freeway Closure Due to Big Rig Fire

  • πŸ”₯ A flatbed truck carrying bales of hay caught fire, leading to a complete shutdown of the northbound 101 Freeway at Ventura Boulevard.
  • πŸš— The incident caused a nightmare for commuters during rush hour, with significant traffic delays reported.

Wreckage and Cleanup Efforts

  • πŸ’₯ The burned-out wreckage of the truck blocked all lanes on the connector road to the northbound and southbound 101 Freeway.
  • πŸš› Cleanup crews were dispatched to manage the extensive mess and remove the damaged truck.

Traffic Impact and Duration

  • πŸ“ˆ Traffic was backed up for miles, extending past the 10 Freeway, due to the closure.
  • ⏳ The connector road was expected to remain closed for a considerable amount of time.
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