A horrific motorway incident has claimed two lives after a car exploded into a fireball on the M1, causing chaos during Friday evening's rush hour.
The terrifying blaze erupted between junctions 14 and 15 near Newport Pagnell in Buckinghamshire, with emergency services rushing to the scene just after 5pm.
Major Emergency Response
Thames Valley Police confirmed the devastating news that two people tragically lost their lives in the inferno. Multiple fire crews from Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service battled the intense flames while paramedics provided emergency medical support.
Motorists faced hours of disruption as all northbound lanes remained closed throughout the evening, with traffic backing up for miles. Police established a significant cordon around the scene as investigations began into the cause of the catastrophic fire.
Travel Chaos During Peak Hours
The timing of the incident couldn't have been worse, striking during the busy Friday evening commute. National Highways issued urgent warnings to drivers to avoid the area entirely as queues stretched back towards Milton Keynes.
Drivers caught in the resulting gridlock faced lengthy delays, with many forced to seek alternative routes or wait patiently as emergency services worked at the scene.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have launched a full investigation to determine what caused the vehicle to erupt in flames so violently. Specialist accident investigators remained at the scene late into Friday evening, gathering evidence and documenting the tragic circumstances.
Police are appealing for any witnesses who may have seen the vehicle prior to the fire or captured dashcam footage that could assist their investigation.
