Early Morning Car Fire Fully Engulfs Vehicle, Closes All Lanes

March 12, 2026 | East Los Angeles, CA

A fully involved car fire broke out on the right shoulder of the highway early Friday morning, halting all lanes of traffic. Emergency responders, including Engine 1, were dispatched to the scene around 1:24 a.m. on March 12. The vehicle was reported as completely engulfed in flames, prompting a full stoppage of traffic to ensure safety and allow firefighting efforts.

E1 On Scene fully involved car fire on the right shoulder, all lanes stopped

No injuries have been reported at this time, and authorities are investigating the cause of the fire. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes until the situation is resolved.

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