Eastbound I-70 in Columbia experiencing delays due to semi fire

A tweet from MoDOT around 10:15 a.m. said the eastbound entrance ramps to I-70 from Providence Road and Rangeline Street were closed.

As of 1:45 p.m., the Rangeline exit is back open, but traffic is still impacted.

🚨I-70 UPDATE🚨Due to the truck fire, the eastbound entrance ramps to I-70 from Providence Road and Rangeline Street are closed. All eastbound lanes of I-70 remain closed as well. Avoid the area, or expect delays. pic.twitter.com/O1tktUkGCN

— MoDOT Central District (@MoDOT_Central) July 30, 2021

The cause of the fire is currently unknown.

Follow along with KOMU 8's Traffic map for live updates on the situation. This story will also be updated when lanes are cleared.