I-74: Megabus Catches Fire in Harrison, Ohio; One Line Closed

I-74: Megabus Catches Fire in Harrison, Ohio; One Line Closed
Zachary Stieber
1/9/2014
Updated:
7/18/2015

A Megabus caught fire on I-74 on Thursday, forcing the closure of one lane of the westbound side.

The bus caught fire near Dry Fork Road .

Megabus said it is working with local officials and contacting affected customers.

The bus was headed to Chicago, WCPO reported.

No injuries were reported.

THe fire was caused by a blown tire that flew into the luggage compartment.

The passengers were taken to the Harrison Township Civic Center until Megabus can send another bus.