Eastbound I-20 closure caused major delays in morning commute

A vehicle fire around 5 am, Tuesday morning, resulting in traffic delays well into the morning. 

According to La DOTD, a semi reportedly caught on fire near I-20 service Drive 17, Just east past Greenwood Road, causing all lanes of eastbound I-20 to be blocked. 

As of 9 a.m., a large wrecker was still on scene and lanes were backed up all the way past Jewella Ave. 

We will keep you updated as to when lanes are back open!