GUERNSEY COUNTY, OH — Emergency crews responded to a vehicle fire along Interstate 70 East near Exit 198 at Fairview on Monday, October 12, with the vehicle’s sole occupant escaping without injury.
The incident prompted a response from the Fairview Fire Department, with Barnesville firefighters also dispatched to provide mutual aid.
Responding firefighters reported seeing a visible plume of smoke as they approached the scene.
Multiple fire apparatus, emergency medical personnel and law enforcement responded to assist with the incident.
By approximately 11:21 a.m., firefighters had begun applying water to the burning vehicle.
Emergency communications confirmed that the vehicle had one occupant, who was reported to be safe and uninjured.
Firefighters successfully extinguished the flames, and emergency crews subsequently cleared the scene.
The cause of the vehicle fire has not been confirmed, and the extent of the damage was not immediately available.
No injuries were reported.
River News will provide additional information if new details become available.
