An automobile fire in the northbound lanes of Highway 2 just north of the 498 Avenue overpass has resulted in a grass fire.

Three fire trucks were on scene along with the RCMP, EMS was not on scene as there were no injuries.

Just one lane is getting through northbound.

The lone occupant of an SUV noticed black smoke coming from his car when he looked in the rear view mirror and pulled to the side of the road.

When he opened the hood the engine compartment burst into flames, starting a grass fire.

The Calgary Fire Department Friday afternoon put out a notice urging caution with outdoor fires because of the dry conditions.