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One lane of U.S. Hwy. 431 South closed following reported vehicle fire in Seale

Colin Scroggins —
One lane of U.S. Hwy. 431 South closed following reported vehicle fire in Seale
Key takeaways
  • Vehicle overturned and caught fire; Fire and EMS responded. Only southbound lanes blocked.
  • Vehicle fire reported on U.S. Hwy. 431 near AL Hwy. 26 at 3:14 p.m.
UPDATE · Sep 8, 3:48 PM

The vehicle involved in the crash overturned and caught on fire. Fire and Emergency Management Services (EMS) are now on scene and only the southbound lanes are blocked at this time.

Multiple first responders are on the scene of a vehicle fire in central Russell County.

The scene is taking place on U.S. Highway 431 just north of Alabama Highway 26. The scene involves a vehicle fire that was reported around 3:14 p.m. eastern time on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

The southbound lane of Highway 431 is shut down while first responders work.

Drivers are asked to use caution when traveling in the area.

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