Overview

• A semi-truck explosion and fire on Interstate 65 in northwest Indiana shut down both directions of the highway on Monday afternoon between exits 230 and 240 near Roselawn and Demotte.
• The fire was extinguished Monday afternoon, allowing northbound lanes to reopen, while southbound lanes remain closed for an undetermined period due to hazardous materials cleanup.
• State police confirmed no injuries have been reported, but the cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
• Traffic in the southbound direction will eventually be escorted around the scene once cleanup efforts are completed, though no timeline has been provided.
• Indiana State Police utilized social media to share video of the fire and issued safety advisories, urging drivers to remain patient and avoid driving against traffic.