Fiery crash involving tractor-trailer closes lanes on I-285 near Glenwood Road - CBS Atlanta

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
I-285 near Glenwood Road
Incident type
Crash, Fire, Semi truck

Summary

Semi Truck Crash Atlanta Georgia in Atlanta, Georgia: A tractor‐trailer and three other vehicles collided on I‐285 near Glenwood Road early Tuesday morning, causing a fire that closed all southbound lanes. Fire crews fought the blaze for several hours while confirming all occupants were safe and only minor injuries were reported. The trailer was found to be carrying cardboard boxes, and the fire has since been extinguished with no further incidents noted.

Original reporting

Fiery crash involving tractor-trailer closes lanes on I-285 near Glenwood Road - CBS Atlanta

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