Crews with the Texas Department of Transportation are assisting with traffic control while first responders clear the scene after an 18-wheeler caught fire in Edinburg, according to TXDOT spokesperson Ray Pedraza.

The incident occurred on U.S. 281 and Miller Road.

According to Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson Sgt. Maria Hernandez, the trailer was carrying avocados when it caught fire on Thursday morning. The driver of the trailer was not injured.

The scene has since been cleared and the State of Texas Health Department has been notified regarding the damaged produce.