Lanes reopen, delay remains after car fire NB on I-81 in Botetourt Co.
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Botetourt, Va. – A vehicle fire has shut down one northbound lane along Interstate 81 in Botetourt County, early Saturday morning. As of 11:30 a.m. all lanes have reopened, but a 2 mile delay remains.
No word on any injuries.
The fire was near MM171.5.
All northbound lanes were closed at one point.
Expect delays in the area.
This is a developing story. Stay with WSLS for the latest.
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