(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.
City of Florence Experiences Significant Impacts from Severe Storms, Strong Wind
Widespread power outages, downed trees and power lines, damaged utility infrastructure, and property damage
Photos: Storm Damage from Dearborn Co.
The area of Cole Lane and East Laughery Creek Road were hit hard.
Voices of America County Music Fest Announces Daily Artist Schedule
Four days of country music, local eats, and celebration in the heart of Greater Cincinnati
Pedestrian Killed in I-275 Collision
The incident took place late Wednesday night near Hebron during severe weather conditions.
National Weather Service Confirms Tornado in Jefferson County
The tornado touched down early Thursday morning.
Two GoFundMe's Launched After Tragic Death of Lawrenceburg Man
David Logan was a DJ, graphic designer, husband and father
Critter Cinema & Family Night. Visitors Center. June 19, 2026; 5-8pm. Arts & crafts; miniature ponies; Bluey (6-8pm); free showing of Zootopia2 (8pm) and more!
Visit our life-sized Dolly Parton cut-out as she visits local businesses around Dearborn County promoting her Imagination Library.
Widespread power outages, downed trees and power lines, damaged utility infrastructure, and property damage
The area of Cole Lane and East Laughery Creek Road were hit hard.
Four days of country music, local eats, and celebration in the heart of Greater Cincinnati
Moody went (+9) over the two-day tournament
Greensburg was the conference champion (12-1)
Twenty-two players earned the honor.
