Truck explodes in flames in Downtown Miami

MIAMI (WSVN) -- A scorching scene occurred in the middle of Downtown Miami.

A 7News viewer sent in video of a tractor trailer engulfed in flames along Biscayne Boulevard and Fifth Street, Monday.

The truck was carrying a load of fuel. Traffic leading up to the Port of Miami and other lanes were shut down.

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