(Semi Catches Fire on Highway 78)....It was reported at around 4 Monday afternoon, near Casey Road.

The California Highway Patrol says the fire spread to the load of hay. Debris spread onto the Highway and the westbound lane was closed. Traffic was detoured onto Casey Road. Hay bails were reportedly falling onto the Highway. Officials decided to let the fire burn itself out. At last report, the fire was still burning. No reports of injury. An investigation will determine what caused the fire after it is out and the all clear is given.