Semi fire closes southbound I-65 near exit 6

CLARKSVILLE, IN (WAVE) - A semi on fire shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 65 near exit 6 Sunday afternoon.

The fire was reported around 2:45 p.m. The driver was able to get out of the truck and was not injured.

One southbound lane of the interstate is open as of 6 p.m. but the other remains closed. Emergency crews are still on the scene.

Please use caution or avoid the area.

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