GILMER, Texas (KLTV) - An 18-wheeler blocked traffic in Gilmer for over four hours after a mechanical failure caused the trailer to catch fire Sunday evening.

According to Gilmer Fire Chief Billy Joe Williams, his station received the initial call around 4:30 p.m. A statement from the Gilmer Fire-Rescue puts the location of the trailer fire near the intersection of Highway 271 and Highway 155 North in Gilmer.

An 18-wheeler blocked traffic in Gilmer for over four hours after a mechanical failure caused the trailer to catch fire Sunday evening.(Gilmer Fire-Rescue)Williams said a mechanical failure, either in the brakes or tires, sparked a fire on the trailer.