Vehicle Fire Shuts Down I-495 North at Philadelphia Pike Exit

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 4:50 PM

Northbound Interstate 495 is currently blocked at the Philadelphia Pike off-ramp because of a burning vehicle. DelDOT is managing the traffic incident and motorists should expect delays in the area.

A vehicle fire has forced authorities to shut down the northbound lanes of Interstate 495 at the Philadelphia Pike exit ramp.

According to DelDOT traffic officials, the closure is currently in effect as emergency crews respond to the burning vehicle. Drivers traveling northbound on I-495 should anticipate significant delays and consider alternate routes.

Officials have not yet released information about potential injuries or an estimated time for reopening the roadway. The incident is being actively managed by emergency responders.

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