A Portion Of I-95 In The Philadelphia Area Collapsed Following A Vehicle Fire

The portion of I-95 is expected to remain shut down for an extended period of time.

A portion of Interstate 95 collapsed in the Philadelphia area following a large vehicle fire.

First responders were called to the off-ramp of I-95 around 6:30a.m.. Flames were coming from a vehicle underneath the overpass and one vehicle was trapped underneath the collapsed roadway.

Officials are still working to identify any individual or individuals who may have been caught in the fire and the collapse but no injuries have been reported at this time.

The fire has been put out, but there is some run-off from possible fuel or gas lines. The cause of the fire is unknown.

The highway is completely collapsed on the Northbound lanes, while the Southbound lanes are in critical condition.

The portion of I-95 is expected to remain shut down for an extended period of time.