Hay Bales Catch Fire On Highway 99

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Southbound Highway 99 was completely shut down at Florin Road due to heavy smoke conditions Monday after a load of hay caught fire.
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The load was being pulled by a big rig when it caught fire. It’s unknown how the incident happened or whether anyone was injured.
Authorities urge drivers to avoid the area.
UPDATE: Southbound 99 completely closed at Florin Road now due to heavy smoke conditions. Find alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/hf64