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Semi Carrying Lemons Bursts Into Flames Causing Backups, Delays On EB I-70 Near Colorado Mills Parkway

GOLDEN, Colo. (CBS4) - A semi-truck fire sent up a large, black plume of smoke near Golden and Lakewood on Wednesday afternoon. Colorado State Patrol said all eastbound lanes of Interstate 70 near Colorado Mills Parkway - Denver West.

Two lanes were reopened as of 5:15 p.m. The far right lane is expected to be closed for "an extended period" of time.

I70 truck fire (CSP)
(credit: Colorado State Patrol)

The truck appeared to be carrying a large load of lemons, possibly thousands of lemons.

I70 truck fire (CSP)2
(credit: Colorado State Patrol)

It's not clear what caused the fire. The driver is said to be okay.

Firefighters appeared to be on the scene.

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