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

Four fire trucks are on scene along with the RCMP.

Just one lane is getting through northbound.

The driver of an SUV noticed smoke coming from under the hood of his vehicle and pulled over.

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

The driver was the lone occupant of the vehicle and he is unharmed.

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