I-8 eastbound near Yuma closed due to vehicle fire

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) says Interstate 8 (I-8) eastbound near Yuma is closed.

ADOT says this is due to a vehicle fire at milepost 18, and is advising drivers to expect delays and seek an alternate route.

While the left lane on I-8 eastbound is now open, ADOT says the right lane is still closed. However, the westbound lane on I-8 remains unaffected, according to AZ511.gov.

KYMA will keep you updated on this developing story.