Commuters have encountered significant delays following a fire involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) on the M5 motorway. The incident unfolded on the southbound lanes in Gloucestershire, resulting in the closure of the motorway between Junction 13 (Stroud) and Junction 14 (Thornbury).
M5 Motorway Fire Details
A spokesperson from National Highways confirmed that the load of the lorry is not classified as hazardous. Despite this, traffic has been heavily impacted.
Traffic and Congestion
Traffic monitoring service INRIX has reported extensive congestion, with queues now reaching back to Junction 12 (Quedgeley). Commuters are facing long delays due to the ongoing situation.
- Incident start time: Approximately 02:00 GMT
- Closure locations: Junction 13 (Stroud) to Junction 14 (Thornbury)
- Traffic diversion: A38 being utilized as an alternative route
As the situation develops, motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and remain patient as cleanup and clearance efforts continue. Further updates will be issued by National Highways.
