By Associated Press - Saturday, March 28, 2015

PHOENIX (AP) - Authorities say a semi-truck on fire has shut down a stretch of Loop 202 in central Phoenix and it’s preventing drivers from reaching other freeways.

The Arizona Department of Transportation says the semi was involved in a crash Saturday afternoon in the westbound lanes of Loop 202 near 24th Street.

ADOT says the crash and subsequent fire occurred just before the “mini-stack” interchange.



As a result, motorists will not be able to get to the Interstate 10 or State Route 51.

Drivers should expect delays and consider using alternate routes such as I-10 westbound.

Officials have no estimate on when the westbound lanes will reopen.

Eastbound traffic on Loop 202 is proceeding as usual.

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