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Wreck, Vehicle Fire Causes Delays on Interstate 20/59 Near Mercedes Plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
An accident on the westbound lanes of Interstate 20/59 is causing delays for drivers this (Thursday) morning.
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Traffic Reporter "Captain" Ray Allen says the wreck occurred near the 93 mile marker close to the Mercedes-Benz plant and that one vehicle involved caught fire.
Emergency crews are on the scene of the accident, and Allen says the wreck will not be cleared until after 7 a.m.
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