Semi truck fire reported on NB I-270 at Olive

ST. LOUIS, MO – A semi truck burst into flames this morning on northbound I-270 near the exit for eastbound Olive Boulevard/Highway 340.

Fox 2 Now reports that the incident occurred sometime before 7:10 a.m.

It is unclear whether anyone was injured at this time. Traffic was likely backed up in the area, given the timing.

We will update this post if more information becomes available.

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