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I-40E reopens after tractor trailer fire in Putnam County

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SILVER POINT, Tenn. (WTVF) — Interstate 40 East in Putnam County was closed for a short time in due to a cargo fire.

It happened at mile marker 275 near Silver Point. One lane was quickly opened for traffic to go through.

A viewer video shows a semi truck and trailer had been nearly destroyed by flames.