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Semi truck catches on fire on I-295 South, driver unharmed

JACKSONVILLE, Fla — The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department and the Florida Highway Patrol both confirmed a semi truck fire on I-295 south exit ramp to Main Street.

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JFRD crews worked to extinguish the flames and get the driver to safety.

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The Hazmat team was requested and the driver of the truck has been transported to the hospital with non life threatening injuries.

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