TRAFFIC

Big rig fire on southbound Highway 99 causes tremendous traffic backup

This image from #ABC30Insider DJ Alex Reyes shows the big rig fire that caused a big back up Monday on Highway 99. (KFSN)

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) --
A big rig fire on southbound Highway 99 at Avenue 9 is caused a tremendous traffic backup Monday afternoon.

Caltrans says traffic backed up at least three miles due to the closure of the number one lane for the big rig fire.

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Caltrans said to expect significant delays if you are traveling through the area.
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