Tractor-trailer bursts into flames on I-15 south of Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Fire crews responded to a tractor-trailer fire on I-15 south of Las Vegas Tuesday morning.

The fire was reported around 4:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes between Jean and Primm, near the California state line.

According to the Nevada State Police, the driver noticed an issue with his trailer brakes and observed a small fire. He attempted to put it out with an extinguisher but was unsuccessful, so he unhooked his tractor from the trailer and called in the fire…

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