By Sara Beth Williams–
A semi-truck fire on Greenback Lane near San Juan Avenue sent thick black smoke into the air Friday afternoon, causing traffic disruptions and drawing emergency response from local fire crews.
Mark Nunez, Public Information Officer for the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District confirmed the fire broke out around 1:49 p.m. on May 30 and involved the cab portion of a pool supply semi-truck.
“Only the tractor portion of the semi was involved,” Nunez said, adding that no hazardous materials were released and there was no risk to nearby businesses or homes.
Heavy flames could be seen coming from the truck in a video shared to The Sentinel by Metro Fire. Black smoke was also visible according to multipole witnesses, which Nunez explained is common in vehicle fires.
“[Black smoke] is typical in any vehicle fire with the oils, plastics, and other petroleum or plastic based components that are used to make vehicles,” Nunez said.
Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, but drivers were advised to avoid the area as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and restore traffic flow along Greenback Lane.
No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
