FROSTBURG, Md. — A truck fire has closed all westbound lanes of Interstate 68 near mile marker 34, according to the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office. The closure, which was announced early Thursday, has prompted officials to urge drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
Fire crews are currently on the scene working to contain the blaze. No details have been released regarding potential injuries or the cause of the fire.
Authorities have advised drivers to use caution while traveling in the vicinity, as traffic backups are expected. The duration of the closure remains unclear.
“We recommend avoiding the area for the time being,” the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office posted on social media. Updates are expected as more information becomes available.