UPDATE: The fire has been put out, but drivers should remain cautious in the area or otherwise choose a different route.
TEXAS (KAMR/KCIT) – A semi-truck fire has broken out on U.S. 287 about 5 miles north of the Canadian River, according to photos taken by Tiff West, a witness of the fire.
Traffic is currently backed up in the area, according to West.
This is a developing story. Stay with MyHighPlains.com for the latest.
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