Traffic Snarled On 210 Freeway After Big Rig Full Of Paper Products Catches Fire

LOS ANGELES, CA — Traffic is expected to be impacted through Thursday afternoon after a big rig carrying paper products caught fire on the 210 Freeway.

The fire was reported at around 2 p.m. on the westbound 210 Freeway near the La Tuna Canyon exit in Tujunga, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

"The 53-foot trailer was carrying a full load of paper products which is extending the amount of time it will take firefighters to fully extinguish the contents," the LAFD said.

The bulk of the fire was knocked down by 4 p.m., according to authorities.

The California Highway Patrol was diverting westbound traffic to the center divider lane and left lane. At 4 p.m., traffic was at a near-standstill for about 7 miles to the Berkshire Place exit in La Cañada Flintridge, according to a Sigalert.

Authorities warned motorists to expect delays of up to two hours.