(WAND)- Illinois State Police report traffic is backed up on I-72 eastbound due to a semi truck on fire.

According to ISP, the left lane near milepost 180 has since been re-opened. 

Police advise motorists in the area should drive with caution as first responders continue working on opening the roadway.

This is a developing story and WAND will continue to update it with the latest information.