[UPDATE 9:15 p.m.] Vehicle Fire Closes State Route 299 in Both Directions Near Junction City

State Route 299 is closed in both directions east of Junction City this evening following a vehicle fire involving a truck and horse trailer, according to the California Highway Patrol Traffic Incident Information Page.

The fire was first reported around 7:52 p.m. Within minutes, units from Trinity County Sheriff’s Office, CHP, and fire personnel were dispatched to the scene. A CHP Officer was on scene by 7:55 p.m.

According to dispatch logs, the truck was fully engulfed, though all occupants reportedly exited the vehicle safely. Initial reports indicated that the vehicle was pulling a horse trailer. Authorities contacted the Trinity County Sheriff’s Office to determine whether any animals were inside, though no confirmation has been released at this time.

By 8:00 p.m., the CHP site confirmed that State Route 299 was shut down in both directions as fire crews responded to the scene.

UPDATE 9:15 p.m.: The CHP says that both lanes still shut down but officials are allowing vehicles to pass on the shoulder on the eastbound side.