A significant traffic incident occurred Tuesday morning when a vehicle caught fire while it was actively being towed. The incident took place on US 183 southbound near the intersection of Burnet Road, according to official reports.

Emergency Response to Southbound US 183 Fire

The fire necessitated immediate lane closures, impacting southbound traffic flow significantly. Officials confirmed that three lanes, along with the shoulder, were shut down as emergency crews managed the scene.

Austin Fire Department Mobilization

The Austin Fire Department (AFD) responded swiftly to the emergency. AFD dispatched a total of four crews to address the vehicle fire after receiving the initial report around 10:30 a.m.

At the time of the initial response, fire crews were reportedly waiting for an additional wrecker to assist with the situation. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) classified the event as a "high severity" incident.

Ongoing Traffic Impact

As crews continued their work at the scene, the southbound lane closures remained in effect. Drivers in the area were advised to expect ongoing delays due to the necessary road closures.