Car Catches Fire On Cross County Parkway, Snarling Traffic

MT. VERNON, NY (CBSNewYork) - A car fire caused trouble commuters on the Cross County Parkway Monday morning.

The fire took place between Exits 6 and 7 and forced the closure of an eastbound lane.

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Video captured the car entirely engulfed in flames.

There was no immediate word of injuries.

The scene was cleared a little while later. Click here to check current traffic conditions.