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M5 in Devon partially closed by burning hay lorry M5 in Devon partially closed by burning hay lorry
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Three of the four lanes on the M5 have been closed Firefighters tackle the burning hay bales which were being carried on a lorry on the M5
The M5 has been partially closed in Devon following a lorry fire, National Highways has confirmed.The M5 has been partially closed in Devon following a lorry fire, National Highways has confirmed.
Three of the four lanes have been closed between junction 30 (Exeter) and junction 31 (Ide). Two of the four lanes have been closed southbound between junction 30 (Exeter) and junction 31 (Ide).
The lorry had been carrying hay bales which caught fire.The lorry had been carrying hay bales which caught fire.
Delays of 45 minutes and about three miles of congestion on approach should be expected, a National Highways spokesperson added. Delays of 90 minutes and about five miles of congestion on approach should be expected, a National Highways spokesperson added.
Lanes one and two remain closed, with specialist equipment on the scene to clear the burnt hay.
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue service remain at the scene.
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