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Lanes closed after hay-filled semi catches fire

Filed: Aug 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET
Summary: A hay-filled big rig caught fire on the 210 Freeway in La Cañada Flintridge, prompting lane closures and slowing traffic for Friday morning commuters. The California Highway Patrol reported the incident just after 3 a.m. on the westbound side east of Angeles Crest Highway.
WHO: California Highway Patrol
WHAT: A semi truck carrying hay caught fire on the 210 Freeway, leading to lane closures.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026
WHERE: 210 Freeway in La Cañada Flintridge, east of Angeles Crest Highway (westbound)
WHY: The cause of the fire hasn't been reported yet.
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