Tractor-trailer of avocados catches fire on US 281

EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A tractor-trailer fire closed a portion of U.S. 281 on Thursday morning.

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, a trailer loaded with avocados caught fire on the shoulder lane of northbound U.S. 281 and the Miller Road intersection in Edinburg.

Both northbound lanes of U.S. 281 are now open; however, TxDOT advises drivers to drive with caution.

Crews remain at the scene to assist with traffic control while first responders clear the scene.

The cause of the fire is unknown.