ST. JOHNSBURY — A car fire in St. Johnsbury stopped traffic on Friday afternoon.
Authorities were notified of a vehicle on fire on I-91 south at around 12:55 p.m.
The Kia Sorento was towing a boat and completely engulfed in flames by the time emergency workers responded.
The driver was identified as Joseph Authier, of North Smithfield, RI.
Due to the nature of the car fire, I-91 traffic headed south was shut down completely.
Police were assisted by the St. Johnsbury Fire department so that traffic was able to resume safely.
There were no injuries as a result of this incident.
The Kia Sorento was towed due to the disabling damage to the vehicle.
