Semi fire caused traffic delays near U.S. 183/I-35 interchange in central Austin

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A semi tractor-trailer was on fire in central Austin Monday, causing delays with traffic.

The crash occurred on the Interstate 35 south exit ramp off southbound U.S. Highway 183.

KXAN viewers began sending in images and video of the semi on fire with black smoke also visible.

A tractor-trailer on the southbound Interstate 35 exit ramp off southbound U.S. Highway 183 Monday, April 17. Photo courtesy Katie RoyA tractor-trailer on Interstate 35 Monday, April 17.
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