Fire Crews Battle Blaze Along Interstate Stretch
From Times Wire Reports
Four separate blazes were ignited along Interstate 90 near Alberton and officials said a 90-mile stretch of the road would remain closed while crews battled the fires.
Officials said firefighters saved dozens of homes and buildings in the area. The cause of the fires remained under investigation and officials said it could have been arson or possibly a vehicle dragging something that emitted sparks.
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