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City of Combes issues alert for drivers, residents after 18-wheeler catches fire on expressway
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Shirley Escobedo , as published by ValleyCentral
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The truck was carrying cement bags when the fire started.
An incident occurred on the southbound expressway in Combes, involving an 18-wheeler that caught fire. The truck was carrying cement bags when the fire started. Crews are working to clear the scene, and the city of Combes is advising drivers to avoid the area.
Residents in certain areas are being asked to take precautions, including staying indoors and keeping windows and doors closed. Further details about the incident and affected areas can be found through ValleyCentral, the source of this information.
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Category: safety Published: July 29, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? An incident occurred on the southbound expressway in Combes, involving an 18-wheeler that caught fire. The truck was carrying cement bags when the fire started. Crews are working to clear the scene…
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