The Westport Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a vehicle fire on I 95 north bound between exits 17 and 18. The initial dispatch was for Engine 4, Engine 5 and Car 3. Car 3 arrived and reported one vehicle in the breakdown lane with an engine compartment fire. Crews from Engine 5 and Engine 4 worked quickly to extinguish the fire and provide overhaul. Two lanes of traffic were temporarily closed during firefighting operations. CSP and DOT were on scene and assisted with traffic control. The last Fire Department unit cleared at 2:32 PM
(Westport Fire Department Press Release)
