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Truck Fire on I-95 South Traced to Mechanical Failure
March 23, 2026 | RHODE ISLAND
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Photo by West Greenwich Vol. Fire Co. No. 1
Photo by West Greenwich Vol. Fire Co. No. 1
Photo by West Greenwich Vol. Fire Co. No. 1
Photo by West Greenwich Vol. Fire Co. No. 1
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WEST GREENWICH, RI - On March 23rd, Chief-201, Engine-22, Tanker-23, and LMFD Tanker-1 were dispatched to Route 95 South following a report of a truck fire. Upon arrival, it was determined that the incident resulted from the truck losing its rear tires due to a wheel bearing failure. As a precautionary measure, Tanker-23 worked to cool the tires and brakes to help prevent any further escalation.
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