UPDATE: Backup cleared on I-81 North after vehicle fire in Botetourt County

BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. – UPDATE

The scene is now clear. Traffic is moving normally. 

ORIGINAL STORY

A vehicle fire is causing a backup on I-81 North in Botetourt County. 

The northbound right lane is closed at mile marker 159. 

As of 5:20 a.m., there was a 1-mile backup. 

Expect delays.