Truck Fire Causing Traffic Problems In Wellesley

Wellesley police have closed Washington Street after a cleaning truck caught fire on Friday afternoon, Sept. 9. All cars are being detoured to Dover Road, but the extra traffic is causing delays, authorities tweeted.

A truck caught on fire Friday afternoon, Sept. 9, in Wellesley.
Photo Credit: *Wellesley Police Department*

Josh Lanier

09/09/2022 3:53 p.m.

Firefighters are expected to remain at the scene until about 5 p.m. Authorities say drivers should avoid that area if possible.

The fire started just before 3 p.m. on Upland Road, though officials have not said what sparked the blaze or if there were any injuries.

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