I-29 lane closed after fire reported underneath a bridge

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - A fire has blocked a northbound lane of traffic on Interstate -29 in Sioux City.

A little before noon, Sioux City Police say a fire was reported underneath the I-29 bridge near 800 S. Floyd Blvd. Smoke could be seen on the interstate above, blocking the leftmost lane.

The fire closed Exit 147 on I-29, with drivers being encouraged to use Exit 147A (Virginia) Street as an alternative route.

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