OHIO — A crash involving a semi-truck sparked a massive fire Sunday evening in downtown Cincinnati, authorities said.
The incident occurred along Interstate 71 near Fort Washington Way and East Second Street. Police said two to three vehicles were involved in the crash, including a semi-truck.
Emergency crews responded to the scene, where heavy smoke and flames were reported underneath the overpass.
Officials have not confirmed the extent of any injuries, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.
The incident has caused significant traffic backups on I-71 as crews work to contain the fire and clear the scene.
The situation remains under investigation, and additional details will be released as they become available.
