A California Highway Patrol vehicle caught fire along Highway 24 in the East Bay Tuesday morning, according to Lafayette police.
The law enforcement vehicle was burning near the St. Stephens Drive exit, according to police.
Ammunition was said to be exploding due to the heat, according to police.
The freeway will be closed until the roadway is safe to travel along, police stated. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes.
Further information was not available.
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