THETFORD — A vehicle caught fire in Thetford yesterday.
The incident took place on I-91 at around 8:00 p.m.
The driver, William White, from New Hampshire, told police that he suddenly lost power to his vehicle while traveling north.
Shortly after pulling off to the shoulder, the engine bay caught fire.
Troopers temporarily shut down both lanes of travel on the interstate until the fire was under control.
One lane was opened until the vehicle could be towed.
White was not injured, police say.
