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Car-carrier truck loaded with Teslas causes hazmat fire in Sylmar

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Sunday, August 17, 2025
Car-carrier truck loaded with Teslas causes hazmat fire in Sylmar
The toxic smoke from the fire made it necessary to shut down the southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway, including the truck lane, according to the CHP.
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