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Truck fire shuts down I-85 ramp onto I-285 in South Fulton
By Alex Jones at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
A truck fire producing a massive amount of smoke has a portion of Interstate 85 blocked.The I-85 northbound exit ramp onto I-285 northbound is currently blocked.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]🚨RED ALERT🚨South Fulton: Vehicle fire on I-85/nb blocking all lanes on the e...
Key takeaway The I-85 northbound exit ramp onto I-285 northbound is currently blocked.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The shutdown of the I-85 ramp onto I-285 in South Fulton due to a truck fire will likely have a ripple effect on commuters who rely on this major interchange to navigate the city. With no alternative route provided other than taking I-85 around the delays, drivers can expect significant congestion on surrounding roads. This incident also raises concerns about the safety of commercial vehicles on Atlanta 's highways, particularly during peak travel times. As the city's transportation infrastructure continues to be tested by growing traffic volumes, incidents like this truck fire highlight the need for robust emergency response plans and effective traffic management strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure public safety. The impact of this closure will be felt by residents and businesses in South Fulton and beyond, making it crucial to monitor updates on the ramp's reopening and any subsequent investigations into the cause of the fire.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A truck fire producing a massive amount of smoke has a portion of Interstate 85 blocked.The I-85 northbound exit ramp onto I-285 northbound is currently blocked.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]🚨RED ALERT🚨South Fulton: Vehicle fire on I-85/nb blocking all lanes on the e...
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