TRAFFIC ALERT: Tractor trailer fire blocking lanes of I-65 southbound near exit 76

HART/HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. – A tractor trailer fire is currently blocking the southbound lanes of Interstate 65 just south of exit 76 at Upton, transportation officials say.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, District 4 says the tractor trailer is on the outside shoulder of the roadway.

Cleanup efforts could take a couple of hours. Please expect delays.

KYTC is advising to consider exiting the interstate ahead of exit 76 and using 31-W to rejoin the interstate around Munfordville.

News 40 will continue to provide updates as they become available.