A devastating tractor-trailer explosion and fire brought traffic to a standstill on Route 3 in Clifton Monday morning, forcing the closure of all lanes in both directions. The incident was reported at approximately 9:07 a.m., with multiple callers reporting a commercial truck engulfed in flames and explosions.

During a press conference, Clifton Fire Chief Daniel Collins and City Manager Dominick Villano revealed that a bus rear-ended the truck, but details about the bus and its occupants remain unknown. No injuries have been reported as of yet, although the truck driver’s whereabouts are currently unknown.

The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, with multiple agencies, including state police, working to determine the origin of the blast. Nearby homes have been evacuated as a precautionary measure.

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