Massive Jasper County hazmat truck fire shuts down part of I-65: Indiana State Police | Video
Share and Follow

JASPER COUNTY, Ind. (WLS) — All lanes of Interstate 65 were shut down in northwest Indiana for a hazmat semi fire, Indiana State Police said Monday afternoon.

Traffic was being diverted at exits 230 and 240, police said. The incident is taking place near mile marker 232, north of state route 10 in Jasper County, police said.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

Northbound lanes were being reopened about 2 p.m., police said.

Southbound lanes in the area are expected to be closed for an extended amount of time.

SEE ALSO: Semi filled with over 20K pounds of eggs catches fire on I-80 in south suburbs

Police said the surface of the roadway was damaged in the fire, but the truck driver was not injured.

Indiana State Police shared a video on X around 1:40 p.m. that showed massive flames and black smoke coming from a truck.

Photos from nearby traffic cameras showed widespread smoke in the area.

A massive Jasper County truck fire shut down part of I-65 Monday afternoon, Indiana State Police said.

It was not immediately clear how the fire started or what is on the truck.

This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Leaders issued concerns about Trump's 'dangerous psychological state'

Top Experts Warn: Trump’s Alarming Psychological State Poses Global Risks

Robert Fico, often recognized as one of President Trump’s staunchest supporters within…
Los Angeles homeowner opens fire on burglary suspects fleeing in Studio City neighborhood

Studio City Drama: Los Angeles Homeowner Fires at Fleeing Burglary Suspects

In the early hours of Tuesday, a homeowner in Los Angeles opened…
Carnival offering new cruise destinations in 2027, including eclipse-viewing trips

Explore New Horizons: Carnival Unveils 2027 Cruise Destinations with Exclusive Eclipse Voyages

Exciting additions to Carnival Cruise Line’s itinerary include a pair of unique…
Stephen Miller admits border agents who killed Alex Pretti 'may not have been' following 'protocol'

Stephen Miller Acknowledges Possible Protocol Breach in Alex Pretti Border Incident

In an unexpected revelation on Tuesday, Stephen Miller, the White House’s deputy…
Kim Kardashian breaks silence on deleting Meghan Markle photos

Kim Kardashian Addresses Meghan Markle Photo Deletion: The Untold Story Behind the Buzz

Kim Kardashian has broken her silence on the disappearance of photos featuring…
CDC on alert as deadly virus with no cure sparks Covid-era quarantines

CDC Issues Urgent Warning: Deadly Virus Triggers New Quarantine Measures Amidst Global Health Concerns

Health authorities in the United States are keeping a close watch on…
Bank of America says it will match Treasury's $1,000 deposits in Trump accounts for employees

Bank of America to Double Employee Benefits with $1,000 Deposit Match Amid Treasury Initiative

In an internal announcement circulated on Wednesday morning, Bank of America revealed…
Video appears to show Alex Pretti spit at federal agents, violently damage SUV days before fatal CBP shooting

Shocking Video: Alex Pretti Allegedly Spits at Federal Agents and Damages SUV Before CBP Shooting

A newly surfaced video allegedly captures Alex Pretti spitting at federal agents…