Lorry fire causes havoc on motorway as drivers risk hours-long delays
Drivers are being warned of long delays along a key stretch of a busy motorway after a HGV blaze has forced the roads to close.
The M180 in Lincolnshire has been closed westbound between J4 Broughton Interchange (Lincoln A15; Scunthorpe (A18)) and J3 Midmoor Interchange (Scunthorpe (W) M181) due to a lorry fire.
National Highways is warning that the lorry fire on the hard shoulder has caused the roads to close, with Humberside Fire and Rescue dealing with the incident.
Traffic has been stopped, with motorists told to expect delays and allow extra journey time.
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Drivers are being told to expect delays on the M180
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Posting on social media site X, formerly known as Twitter, Humberside Fire Service provided an update on the M180 incident.
It wrote: “CONTROL – We are currently dealing with an HGV fire at the M180 Junction 3 for the M181.
“Motorists should try to avoid the area if possible.”
National Highways traffic maps suggest that the event will clear between 1.15pm and 1.30pm.
Traffic map showing congestion on the M180 in Lincolnshire
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At present, it is expected that normal traffic conditions will return at a similar time, although this could be extended.
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