A stretch of the M5 in Devon has been closed southbound between Junction 28 at Cullompton and Junction 29 at Exeter after a car transporter carrying electric vehicles caught fire. The incident has caused significant delays, with motorists facing up to 90 minutes of congestion.
Devon and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and extinguished the blaze. Emergency services, including Devon and Cornwall Police and National Highways traffic officers, remain on site. Diversion routes are in operation, but drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible.
National Highways has warned that lane one will remain closed for emergency resurfacing once the scene is cleared. No estimate has been given for when the road will fully reopen. The northbound carriageway reopened late this morning.
National Highways urged motorists: “If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.” Road users heading south are advised to exit the M5 at Junction 28.
