Big rig trailer goes up in flames on I-10 on city’s East Side

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SAN ANTONIO – Emergency crews responded to a vehicle erupting in flames on the city’s East Side early Thursday morning.

The vehicle fire happened around 5 a.m. on Interstate 10 East at Loop 1604 North near Converse.

Firefighters worked this morning to put the fire out. Crews, however, still remain on scene.

At this time, it is not exactly clear as to why the vehicle went up in flames. There have been no reports of injuries.

Authorities currently advise motorists to use an alternate route if possible, while they clear the area.

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RJ Marquez is the traffic anchor/reporter for KSAT’s Good Morning San Antonio. He also fills in as a news anchor and has covered stories from breaking news and Fiesta to Spurs championships and high school sports. RJ started at KSAT in 2010. He is proud to serve our viewers and be a part of the culture and community that makes San Antonio great.

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