(Sparta, Ky.) – Interstate 71 in Gallatin County had to be shut down Tuesday morning after a truck hauling cars caught fire.
The trailer of the truck went up in flames at about 7:00 a.m. near the Sparta/Kentucky Speedway exit.
Many of the Toyotas on the trailer were destroyed.
Firefighters said nobody was hurt.
I-71 was shut down for over an hour during the cleanup of the truck fire.
Southeast Indiana Travel Advisories
Winter Storm Warning runs until Monday at noon.
Applications Available for OCCF 2026 Scholarships
Application deadlines are February 27.
South Dearborn Middle School Teacher Receives Grant from Retired Teachers Foundation
The funding supported a financial literacy program.
Whitewater Canal Historic Site Receives Commitment for $7 Million Matching Grant
The grant will support crucial work to restore and preserve the site.
Winter Storm Warning Issued for Tri-State
A Cold Weather Advisory has also been issued.
Gov. Braun: ISP, National Guard, and INDOT Crews Stand Ready to Assist
Indiana is making preparations for this weekend's winter storm.
Help for Friends and Family of a problem drinker. You know what it is doing to them, do you know what it is doing to you?
at Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church
Create a cardinal out of buttons for some bright winter artwork. No registration needed. While supplies last.
at Lawrenceburg Public Library District
Winter Storm Warning runs until Monday at noon.
Application deadlines are February 27.
The funding supported a financial literacy program.
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