Biggs Junction, OR – A commercial semi-truck fire shut down part of Highway 30 near the TA Express in Biggs Junction early Wednesday morning, causing significant travel disruptions.
According to the Sherman County Sheriff’s Office, emergency services responded at around 6:00 a.m. after reports of a truck engulfed in flames. Crews quickly worked to contain the fire, which destroyed the vehicle and sent heavy smoke across the area. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.
The sheriff’s office confirmed that the blaze has since been brought under control and is now in the mop-up stage. However, Highway 30 near the TA Express remains closed as crews continue cleanup operations. Drivers are being asked to seek alternate routes until the roadway reopens.
Photos released by authorities show the truck fully engulfed in flames, leaving behind charred debris and damage to the roadway. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
Travelers passing through Sherman County should expect delays throughout the morning while emergency crews complete clearing efforts. Updates on the reopening of Highway 30 are expected later today.
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