Lorry fire on M4. Picture: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
All lanes of the M4 have now been reopened, after firefighters battled a lorry blaze.
Firefighters from Royal Wootton Bassett and Chippenham joined colleages from Avon Fire and Rescue Service at the fire - which is understood to have hit the lorry's cab. Crews were called shortly after 10am this morning.
All lanes of the M4 eastbound between junctions 17 and 18 were briefly shut, while crews tackled the fire.
All lanes are now open #M4 eastbound between J18 and J17. HGV remains on the hard shoulder awaiting recovery following the fire. Please pass with care.
— Highways England (@HighwaysSWEST) January 11, 2018
Seen this incident? Send your pictures and video to newsdesk@swindonadvertiser.co.uk or message us on Facebook.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article