Interstate 55 Shut Down In Both Directions Due To Massive Fire

Interstate 55 in Chicago was shut down in both directions on Monday morning due to a massive semi truck fire.

It happened on the Stevenson Expressway at Cicero Avenue near the Pulaski Road exit. NBC Chicago reported that a semi truck carrying 17,800 pounds of paint caught fire before crashing into a second semi in the southbound lanes.

The Chicago Fire Department reported that at least two cars were also involved in the collision. Hazmat was called to the scene due to the hazardous and flammable chemicals hauled by the semi truck.

When crews arrived, all four vehicles were covered in flames.

Black smoke clouded the sky.

A foam truck extinguished the flames by noon.

Police spoke to all the drivers involved, who managed to safely exit their vehicles. One driver was taken to a hospital. The conditions of the individuals involved have not been released.

Traffic was delayed on I-55 for several miles during the morning and drivers were asked to take alternate routes.

The crash remains under investigation. This is a developing story; check back for updates.