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Semi truck on fire on Highway 58 near Highway 223

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A semi truck caught on fire on Highway 58 near Highway 223 Wednesday morning.

The incident happened just before 11 a.m. in the westbound lanes of Highway 58. One lane has been closed, according to initial CHP records.

The semi truck caused a grass fire to start on the side of the road.

Bakersfield, CA

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