Memphis Truck Fire Closes I-40

A tractor-trailer caught fire on westbound I-40 near Canada Road in Memphis, sending thick black smoke into the air and forcing lane closures around 3:40 PM. Emergency crews are on scene battling the blaze, while drivers face major delays and detours. Officials from the Tennessee DOT and Shelby County Sheriff’s Office are still gathering details on injuries, damage, and when lanes will reopen—so if you’re headed that way, plan for alternate routes and stay tuned for updates. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cd1e5ddc9811312a