18-wheeler burst into flames on Katy Freeway, police say

HOUSTON – An 18-wheeler on Katy Freeway caught on fire Saturday afternoon, police said.

The fire was reported at 4:05 p.m. in between Barker Cypress and Greenhouse roads.

Mainlanes were backed up for hours before the scene was cleared.

It is unknown what caused the fire.

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