TRAFFIC ALERT: Vehicle, brush fires shut down part of US 74 east in Leland

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Traffic is being impacted in Leland after a vehicle fire and a nearby brush fire broke out around Noon along U.S. 74 eastbound prior to the U.S. 17 south split.

According to the Leland Police Department, officers and other emergency personnel are on scene working to contain the fires. As a result, U.S. 74 east is closed at Lanvale Road until the situation is brought under control.

Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes and should expect significant delays in the area. Authorities have not said how long the closure is expected to last.