Crews close lane of Interstate 70 West because of semi fire in Columbia
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
Crews closed a lane of Interstate 70 West because of a Monday morning semi-truck fire in Columbia.
The MoDOT Traveler Information Map said the interstate was closed after 8 a.m. and that delays could last an hour.
Boone County Joint Communications said the vehicle fire near the I-70 and Highway 63 connector was creating a traffic hazard.
The MoDOT map showed a large amount of smoke coming off of the semi. It also showed a large back-up on the interstate.
It's unclear if anyone is hurt from the incident.
This is a developing story, check back for updates.