Van Nuys, CA, Freeway Shut Down after Rig Fire

Firefighters backed off when one of the tires exploded.
March 26, 2024

A tractor-trailer driver managed to get his cab loose as tires on the rig caught fire.

Firefighter battling the blaze backed off when one of the tires blew, KTLA reported.

The fire caused the closure of the freeway near Van Nuys for a time.

 

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