Tractor-trailer destroyed flames on I-79 in Washington County

A tractor-trailer was destroyed by flames on I-79 in Washington County on Sunday.

PennDOT said the vehicle caught on fire on I-79 northbound between Exit 33 (U.S. 40 - Laboratory) and Exit 34 (I-70 East - New Stanton) at 4:40 p.m.

Photos shared by the South Strabane Fire Department show the cab of the vehicle completely engulfed in flames.

Firefighters said a lane restriction was in place while Bujanowski Towing worked to take the vehicle away.

There were no injuries.

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