Vehicle Fire on I-80 Westbound, Owner Safely Evacuated

Summary: A 1995 Cadillac became fully engulfed in flames on the right-hand shoulder of I-80 westbound near mile marker 17 in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. Fire and EMS units responded promptly, confirmed the vehicle was fully involved, and established Underwood Command. The vehicle owner safely exited the vehicle before responders arrived. Fire crews extinguished the blaze, coordinated with highway helpers to manage traffic by shutting down the right-hand lane, and ultimately terminated the incident with all units returning to quarters.