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Amazon tractor-trailer bursts into flames blocking lanes on I-285 north

Drivers are urged to take alternate routes.

DECATUR, Ga. — Several lanes of Interstate 285 north in DeKalb County are blocked Thursday after what appears to be an Amazon tractor-trailer that went up in flames.

11Alive's SkyTracker flew over the scene, which showed the cab of the 18-wheeler ablaze. It's not sure at this time how the rig caught fire or if anyone was injured.

Firefighters were seen helping put out the fire.

Officials are urging rush hour drivers to find alternate routes if possible.

Credit: WXIA

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