Fire Burns Along I-5 at Balboa Avenue

Fire crews were called to a brush fire along Interstate 5 at Balboa Avenue that burned less than an acre but tied up morning commuters.

A 911 call said flames were very high and appeared to be “lapping” up over the overpass on the southbound side of the interstate.

Firefighters say less than half an acre actually burned.

An NBC 7 San Diego user sent images of the fire showing an engine surrounded by smoke off the highway and a large plume of white smoke rising into the air.

Check back for updates on this developing story.