Big rig fire closes Highway 101 south of Gilroy

UPDATE 7/8/2018 7:56 p.m.: Sunday afternoon a big rig caught fire on the Highway 101 bridge near State Route 25, South of Gilroy.

CHP says the fire, which started at approximately 3:36 p.m., spread to grass, trees, and the bridge.

That bridge is being checked for integrity.

CHP reports all lanes have reopened, as of 6:59 p.m.

Both southbound lanes of Highway 101 were being diverted to SR 25, with closures lasting for hours.

PREVIOUS STORY: The US 101 is shut down southbound to State Route 25 due to a car fire.

The fire may be spreading to the surrounding area.

It is suggested that drivers find an alternate route.

We will continue to update this story as information becomes available.