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The tow truck has arrived and will begin recovery operations.
09/04/2026

The tow truck has arrived and will begin recovery operations.

At approximately 8:20 am this morning the Shorter Fire Department was paged out to an overturned single vehicle accident...
09/04/2026

At approximately 8:20 am this morning the Shorter Fire Department was paged out to an overturned single vehicle accident also involving fire at mile post 21, southbound I85. Upon arrival a commercial concrete truck was found on its side engulfed in flames. Waugh-Mt Meigs Fire/Rescue was requested for mutual aid with their first arriving unit helping to supply the initial water for fire attack. Shorter and Waugh FD units were able to bring the incident safely under control within just a few minutes. The driver was able to exit the vehicle after the crash on his own with no sustained injuries. The right lane continues will be closed for recovery of the vehicle.

While enroute to the scene Shorter Fire Department units met a heavy flow of traffic coming up the entrance ramp to I85 which impeded units from arriving on the scene quicker. As a Public service reminder...although you may be delayed in traffic for some time because of an accident further downstream in the flow, chances are someone may need fire/medical services which you are preventing by traveling illegally in the wrong direction. Please keep emergency lanes clear and obey the traffic laws. Stay alert as traffic conditions can rapidly change.

At approximately 2:02 AM this morning, the Shorter Fire Department was dispatched to a commercial tractor-trailer fire o...
08/08/2026

At approximately 2:02 AM this morning, the Shorter Fire Department was dispatched to a commercial tractor-trailer fire on I85 Southbound at Mile Post 23. Upon arrival, fire units encountered a fully engulfed tractor and trailer, which had also ignited an adjacent ground cover fire. The fire was promptly extinguished without injury to fire personnel or the commercial unit's driver. The Shorter Fire Department received assistance from Waugh-Mt Meigs Fire/Rescue and Franklin Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department , who provided both personnel and equipment.

A subsequent incident was reported at approximately 7:16 AM, involving a two-vehicle accident at the identical location. A southbound driver entered the safety zone and collided with a service vehicle. Fortunately, the driver sustained only minor injuries, and no other personnel on scene were injured.

Recovery operations are currently ongoing in the area; therefore, please exercise caution when driving through. The right lane is currently blocked with traffic flow in the left lane.

We urge all motorists to adhere to the Move Over Law to ensure the safety of our emergency scenes, thereby protecting both the public and our personnel. Please remain alert while traveling and anticipate potential changes in driving conditions at any given moment.

The right lane is shut down at I85 SB MP27.7 for recovery operations from an early morning commercial tractor trailer fi...
07/30/2026

The right lane is shut down at I85 SB MP27.7 for recovery operations from an early morning commercial tractor trailer fire. Please expect traffic delays and sudden traffic stops in the area.

I85 Southbound MP20.9 is open both lanes.
07/03/2026

I85 Southbound MP20.9 is open both lanes.

Shorter Fire Department units responded to a single-vehicle accident on I-85 Southbound at milepost 20.9 this morning at...
07/03/2026

Shorter Fire Department units responded to a single-vehicle accident on I-85 Southbound at milepost 20.9 this morning at 6:33 AM. Recovery efforts are in progress to remove the vehicle, resulting in the blockage of the right lane. The accident involved minor injuries.

Vehicle fire, I85 overpass at Hwy 229. Please find an alternative route.
07/02/2026

Vehicle fire, I85 overpass at Hwy 229. Please find an alternative route.

Commercial tractor trailer accident, I85 SB MP21. Right lane is blocked for firstbresponders and recovery. Please slow...
07/02/2026

Commercial tractor trailer accident, I85 SB MP21. Right lane is blocked for firstbresponders and recovery. Please slow your speed when approaching.

At approximately 6:29 am the Shorter Fire Department was toned out to I85 southbound mile post 21 for a commercial tract...
06/24/2026

At approximately 6:29 am the Shorter Fire Department was toned out to I85 southbound mile post 21 for a commercial tractor trailer fire. Mutual aid was requested from Waugh-Mt Meigs Fire/Rescue and Franklin Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department to assist with resources. A quick response time by responding units allowed the fire to be quickly brought under control. The right southbound lane was blocked during fire fighting operations but has now been reopened. Motorists are advised to seek an alternative route as traffic remains congested in the area. The tractor trailer is off the roadway and recovery operations will begin soon. The driver was able to exit the tractor trailer before it caught fire and suffered no injuries. The scene has been turned over to ALEA for further investigation.

The Shorter Fire Department was dispatched to a tractor-trailer fire near Mile Marker 27 southbound on Interstate 85 at ...
06/21/2026

The Shorter Fire Department was dispatched to a tractor-trailer fire near Mile Marker 27 southbound on Interstate 85 at approximately 1:29 p.m.

Upon arrival, firefighters found the tractor-trailer fully engulfed in flames. Mutual aid was requested from Franklin Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department and Waugh-Mt Meigs Fire/Rescue to assist with fire suppression efforts.

Fire crews worked quickly and efficiently to bring the fire under control and prevent further spread. The driver was able to safely exit the vehicle prior to the arrival of emergency personnel and was not injured.

The tractor-trailer was transporting coffee beans, and no hazardous materials were involved in the incident.

The right southbound lane of Interstate 85 remains closed while recovery and cleanup operations are completed. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays in the area.

Numerous Dad's were taken away from Father's Day activities so a big "Thank You!" to them and their families. These guys continue to give of their time even on their special day!

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2521 Old Federal Road
Shorter, AL
36075

Telephone

+13347279190

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