BREAKING: Vehicle fire shuts down parts of JR Allen Pkwy. in Columbus
Columbus firefighters are on the scene of a vehicle fire at this hour.
The fire was reported in the eastbound lanes of JR Allen Parkway near the Moon Road exit around 1:26 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
The vehicle, which appeared to be a brown sedan, was fully engulfed.
According to Georgia Department of Transportation cameras, eastbound traffic is backed up to Veterans Parkway overpass.
Drivers are asked to use caution and expect delays if traveling in the area.
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