Fayette County, OH – Drivers on Interstate 71 faced major delays late Wednesday night after a semi-truck fire shut down a southbound exit ramp, leaving a burned load of toilet paper scattered across the roadside.
According to Jefferson Township Fire & EMS, the semi was fully loaded with toilet paper when it caught fire along the I-71 southbound exit ramp. Fire crews from across the region responded, including Washington Fire, Silvercreek Fire, BPM Fire, Sabina Fire, and Concord Greene Fire.
Images shared by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office show the tractor-trailer overturned with its cargo strewn across the embankment as firefighters doused the flames. Heavy smoke and fire damage could be seen along the trailer as emergency crews worked overnight.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol assisted with traffic control while Parish Towing and Recovery handled the removal of the damaged semi. Officials have not reported any injuries related to the incident.
Motorists in the area were advised to expect extended cleanup efforts and possible delays while crews cleared the wreckage and debris.
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