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M1 Southbound Shut Between J21 and J20 After Lorry Fire and Spillage, Northbound Reopens

Fire damage has left the road needing specialist cleaning and full resurfacing.

Overview

  • The southbound carriageway remains closed for repairs after a collision and vehicle fire caused a fuel spillage, and all vehicles have been recovered.
  • Northbound traffic has been released, with earlier controlled escorts used to clear motorists trapped on the southbound side.
  • Police said they were called at 5:27am and currently report no injuries as a major multi-agency response continues.
  • Diversion routes are in place via the M69, A5 and A4303, and drivers are being told to allow extra time or re-route.
  • Delays reached about 70 minutes at peak, and police are appealing for witnesses quoting incident 61 of 3 November.