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Driver escapes South Bend bypass vehicle fire with minor injuries
A passing semi-truck driver helped the driver move farther from the fire near Ireland Road. Westbound traffic initially stopped for about 20 minutes; the cause and latest lane status remain unconfirmed.
What we knew first
- WSBT reported a vehicle fire after a bridge impact, minor driver injuries and an initial westbound shutdown of about 20 minutes.
Still open then
- The cause, exact collision time, subsequent medical condition and latest road status remain unestablished.
We said we'd watch for
- An incident-specific agency account could clarify the circumstances; a dated traffic update could establish the final reopening status.