# Semi-truck fire shuts Highway 99 near Selma in California

2026-08-08T17:51:31+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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Southbound Highway 99 near Selma, California, has been closed after a semi-truck caught fire, creating major traffic delays. Times Now News reports the burning vehicle is between Highland Avenue and Second Street, with traffic diverted at the State Route 43/Floral Avenue exit onto Golden State and Highland. The closure affects southbound lanes only, and drivers from Selma are warned of long delays. This is a developing story.

## Coverage

- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/world/us/us-news/selma-fire-today-latest-updates-watch-video-truck-fire-highway-99-state-route-43-floral-avenue-exit-article-155387454>

Tags: California, highway closure, Selma, traffic delay, truck fire
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