Westbound Loop 202 Red Mountain near 24th Street has reopened after a crash Wednesday evening.
Officials say a vehicle caught fire after the crash, sending thick smoke over the area.
All westbound lanes were temporarily closed but have since reopened.
Officials are advising drivers to avoid the area for now.
UPDATE: A vehicle fire in this crash is sending thick smoke over both directions of the L-202 (Red Mountain). Traffic is getting by in the right lane on the EB side; all WB traffic is stopped.
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) August 24, 2023
There's also a growing delay in the area. pic.twitter.com/dtmGysnfXA
Officials say multiple vehicles were involved. A total of three adults were taken to the hospital and several others were evaluated but refused transportation to the hospital.
It is currently unknown what caused the crash.
This is a developing story. Stay with ABC15 for the latest.