The eastbound lanes of Interstate 70 have reopened at Denver West near Golden after a semi-truck fire was doused.
The truck was hauling a load of ice cream, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Drivers were urged to avoid the area, traffic was detoured.
At 5 p.m. the sheriff’s office reported that the fire was out and the highway had reopened.
Firefighters with West Metro Fire Protection District doused the fire.
WMFR on a well involved semi truck fire on 1-70 near 32nd Avenue. Crews with Engines
5, 6, & 2, Medics 5 & 17, Tower 2, District 1, & our new tactical tender-Tender 6- responded. The tender carries 2000 gallons of water, which was a big help. The truck was carrying ice cream. pic.twitter.com/rgj6sfFZay— WestMetroFire (@WestMetroFire) September 2, 2023
