DUNN, N.C. (WTVD) — A tractor-trailer fire early Sunday shut down I-95 northbound near mile markers 73 and 74, causing major traffic delays and a hazardous materials response, officials said.<\/p>\n
Dunn Emergency Services said crews were dispatched at 2:15 a.m., but construction barriers and stopped traffic slowed access. Firefighters reached the scene at 2:24 a.m. and found the truck fully engulfed. Additional tanker trucks from Benson, Meadow and Plain View were called for water supply.<\/p>\n
The truck’s diesel tanks-holding an estimated 120 to 240 gallons-ruptured, sending fuel and suppression water into a creek that feeds McLamb’s Pond. Officials said it remains unclear how much fuel burned versus entered the waterway. The Harnett County Fire Marshal and Emergency Management responded to assist.<\/p>\n
The driver suffered a hand injury but was able to walk. The truck was hauling frozen food.<\/p>\n
I-95 northbound remains closed at Exit 73, with drivers routed onto U.S. 421 and U.S. 301 to reenter the interstate at Exit 75.<\/p>\n
Crews are still extinguishing hot spots, handling fuel runoff, repairing roughly 300 feet of damaged concrete barriers and removing the truck and cargo.<\/p>\n
N.C. State Highway Patrol Trooper C. McIntosh is investigating.<\/p>\n