Semi fire on I-65 backs up traffic

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Friday morning traffic was backed up on I-65 due to a vehicle fire.

According to Warren County EMA, I-65 southbound at the 26-mile marker had to be shut down for a semi on fire. Traffic was backed up for several miles due to the fire.

As of 8:45 a.m., Google Maps and Traffic showed traffic was backed up around Exit 26, to near Exit 30.

One lane of traffic is now open on I-65 southbound near Exit 26, but traffic is still backed up and moving slowly.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said to expect delays when traveling on I-65 southbound.

As of 10:33 a.m., all lanes have been reopened.

According to Warren County EMA, I-65 southbound at the 26-mile marker had to be shut down for a... — According to Warren County EMA, I-65 southbound at the 26-mile marker had to be shut down for a semi on fire(Kelly Austin)

TRAFFIC ALERT: According to @WarrenCoEMA I-65 southbound is blocked near exit 26 due to a vehicle fire. Traffic is already backing up. Please seek alternate route and use caution. https://t.co/Ut7QyWeXAQ pic.twitter.com/8Fv0BmAT1V
— KYTC District 3 (@KYTCDistrict3) March 31, 2023

Traffic Alert:

I-65 Southbound at the 26 mile marker is shut down for a semi on fire. Find an alternate route.
— Warren County EMA (@WarrenCoEMA) March 31, 2023