Major traffic delays as firefighters battle truck blaze

Two trucks have crashed and caught fire in western Sydney, causing major traffic delays.

The semi-trailers burst into flames after colliding on Victoria Road at Wetherill Park about 6.30am.

Both drivers sustained minor injuries were treated by paramedics.

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The incident downed power lines and 60 firefighters are battling the blaze.

One truck is believed to be filled with lithium batteries.

Cowpasture Road and Victoria Road are closed, and local traffic diversions have been established.

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Motorists are urged to avoid the area.

Police are at the scene and have started an investigation into the cause of the crash.



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