Big rig fire shuts downs exit ramp of Katy Freeway eastbound at Beltway 8

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Monday, October 15, 2018
Big rig fire shuts downs exit ramp of Katy Freeway eastbound
Traffic delays expected as crews work to clear 18-wheeler fire on Katy Freeway.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Your morning commute may be a little delayed as officials are on the scene of an 18-wheeler that caught on fire along the eastbound lanes of Katy Freeway near Wilcrest.

Video from the scene shows large flames and smoke shooting out of the 18-wheeler.

Officials have not released details at this time about what caused the incident or if anyone was injured.