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PORTLAND, Ore. — Interstate 5 in Portland was shut down in both directions around 5 a.m. on Tuesday after a trailer carrying propane tanks spilled out onto the freeway and set on fire.
Portland Fire and Rescue said they were concerned for commuters’ safety due to exploding canisters. Skidmore Overpass was also closed out of precaution.
Portland Fire on scene of a fully involved trailer carrying propane tanks on northbound I5 at Going.
— Portland Fire & Rescue (@PDXFire) June 18, 2024
Traffic on freeway shut down in both directions for safety due to exploding canisters.
Skidmore overpass also closed for safety precautions.
Large flames and smoke roared above the freeway as crews put water onto the fire.
According to KOIN 6, southbound traffic has since reopened, but authorities continue to divert traffic off the northbound side of the freeway and they expect delays to last throughout the morning.
— Portland Fire & Rescue (@PDXFire) June 18, 2024
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