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flag A fiery semi-truck crash on I-55 near Chicago’s Southwest Side caused major delays, no injuries, and significant meat loss, with lanes closed until 6 p.m.

flag A semi-truck fire on southbound I-55 near Damen Avenue in Chicago’s Southwest Side on December 9, 2025, caused major traffic disruptions, with all lanes closed around 3 p.m. Cellphone footage showed the truck’s front fully engulfed in flames and producing thick black smoke. flag Illinois State Police reported no injuries, but the fire reignited around 4:40 p.m., delaying full reopening until about 6 p.m. One lane reopened after 4 p.m., and cleanup continued afterward. flag The blaze, visible from nearby neighborhoods, led to significant delays, bus reroutes, and concerns due to winter weather, with no immediate details on the cause or cargo, though a large quantity of meat was lost.

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