Addison, IL – A truck fire on the I-355 Army Trail Road off-ramp early Friday prompted an emergency response but caused no reported injuries.
According to the Addison Fire Protection District, crews were dispatched early in the morning to the off-ramp where a pickup truck had caught fire. Units including Engine 73, Ladder 72, Medic 73, and Battalion 71 responded to the scene.
Firefighters arrived to find the vehicle actively burning and quickly worked to bring the flames under control. Photos released by the department show heavy smoke and visible fire damage to the truck as crews operated hoses along the roadside.
Authorities said the fire was contained without injuries to the driver or responding personnel. The cause of the fire has not been publicly released.
The incident briefly affected the off-ramp area as crews worked to extinguish the blaze and ensure the scene was safe. It is unclear how long traffic was impacted, but no major delays were reported.
Officials noted the response was handled by overnight crews, often referred to as the department’s “Red Shift,” emphasizing around-the-clock emergency coverage in the community.
Truck fires on highway ramps can pose risks to passing drivers due to reduced visibility and lane restrictions, particularly during early morning hours.
For commuters and early-shift workers, incidents like this highlight the potential for unexpected delays along major routes like I-355.
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