Fire blankets portion of Interstate 75 in smoke

A fire on the roadside along Interstate 75 in metro Atlanta is blanketing the area in thick smoke.

A camera from the Georgia Department of Transportation shows smoke drifting over I-75 between exits 228 and 225.

According to Henry County Fire Rescue, initial reports indicated the fire started near Southcrest Drive, then spread to the interstate.

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One lane at the connection from I-675 to I-75 is closed.

The fire department said drivers should expect delays and use caution while maneuvering around emergency crews in place.

The cause of the fire is not yet known.

Officials said more information will be shared as it becomes available.

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