Crash blocks Kennewick intersection, results in fire

KENNEWICK, Wash. – A collision that resulted in a vehicle fire has blocked the intersection of West 36th Avenue and South Ely Street, according to the Kennewick Police Department (KPD).

Officials reported that first responders will be working on the scene for an extended period of time, causing intermittent closures of the northbound and southbound lanes of South Ely Street as the Kennewick Fire Department changes fire hydrants.

KPD urged drivers to avoid the area and use alternative routes of travel.

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