Car Fire Reported on Route 78 Near Warren

A car fire on Route 78 westbound at approximately Exit 45 in the Warren area was reported shortly before noon on Friday.

The fire has caused traffic congestion in both directions in the Warren area, The Alternative Press reports. First responders were on the scene.

A request for additional information submitted by Patch was not immediately returned by the Warren Police Department. This is a developing story. More information will be reported as it becomes available.

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