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Traffic alert: Truck fire closes westbound travel at mouth of Parley’s Canyon

Laura M

Laura M
Sep 2, 2024

Firefighters extinguishing semi truck fire on I-80 on Sept. 2, 2024.

Firefighters extinguishing semi truck fire on I-80 on Sept. 2, 2024. Photo: Lt. Cameron Roden // Utah Department of Public Safety

SALT LAKE CITY — A semi caught fire at the mouth of Parley’s Canyon at approximately 11:16 a.m. today. All of westbound traffic is currently closed. Westbound traveler’s should be prepared for delays.

According to Lt. Cameron Roden of Utah Department of Public Safety, the truck’s rear axel caught fire, but the driver was able to detach the cab from the trailer. No injuries were reported.

Firefighters extinguishing semi truck fire on I-80 on Sept. 2, 2024.
Firefighters extinguishing semi truck fire on I-80 on Sept. 2, 2024. Photo: Lt. Cameron Roden // Utah Department of Public Safety
The remnants of the fire extinguished on I-80 at the mouth of Parley's on Sept. 2, 2024.
The remnants of the fire extinguished on I-80 at the mouth of Parley’s on Sept. 2, 2024. Photo: Lt. Cameron Roden // Utah Dept. of Public Safety

Authorities are currently pushing traffic over to I-215 and travelerers can connect back on to I-80 from there.

Due to the extensive cleanup, an opening time has been projected closer to 2 p.m.

 

 

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Laura M
By: Laura M

Laura studied at the University of Washington, earning a degree in economics with a focus on political science. Her career spans journalism, politics, wellness, and entrepreneurship. Having lived in mountain towns for the past 20 years, she now calls Park City, Utah, home. You can find her enjoying everything Park City offers, from mountain biking to Pilates and powder days.

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