Saturday evening traffic on the eastbound Loop 202 near McClintock Drive in Tempe turned into a slow-motion crawl as a brush fire lit up the roadside and pumped thick smoke across the freeway. Drivers reported heavy smoke and sluggish traffic while multiple fire units hustled in to knock down the flames.
What we know
Fire crews responded to the scene as the blaze showed up clearly on Arizona Department of Transportation traffic cameras at Loop 202 and McClintock Drive, according to 12 News. The outlet, which credited ADOT for the camera images, reported that crews were working to contain the fire while officials held back details on any injuries or a possible cause.
Traffic and response
Eastbound traffic through the stretch slowed as firefighters operated near the freeway, and some motorists tiptoed past the smoke while watching hoses and rigs on the shoulder. Drivers can check live camera feeds and travel advisories for current conditions through the Arizona Department of Transportation, according to…..