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Vehicle fire reported on southbound I-81 near exit 197, Lackawanna County PA

Fire & Arson

Reported: 10/1/2025 12:12 PM

I-81, Scott Township, PA

A vehicle caught fire on the southbound lane of I-81 near exit 197 in Scott Township. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene.

Audio|Source: Susquehanna, Wayne, Lackawanna, Wyoming and Luzerne Counties Fire / EMS

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Clockwinter County dispatching, Chief Engine Tanker 98, Engine 36, and 289, respond, mile marker 190-8, southbound on I-81 for reported vehicle fire.

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Lackawanna County Dispatching, Chief Engine Tanker 28, Engine 36,

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289, respond 190.8 southbound I-81,

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and Scott Township report of a vehicle fire. Cross streets are North I-81 and exit 197 on-ramp.

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I-81, Scott Township, PA

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