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M69 fire leads to delays

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Tuesday, 26 May 2020 at 15:53

Highways England say there are delays of around 30 minutes because of a fire.

**UPDATE**#M69 northbound #M6 to #J1 #Hinkley is now being closed due to issues extenguishing the fire. We will update you as we receive updates
— Highways England (@HighwaysWMIDS) May 26, 2020

#M69 northbound from #M6 to #J1 #Hinkley is currently blocked due to a vehicle fire @WarksFireRescue are on scene and dealing
— Highways England (@HighwaysWMIDS) May 26, 2020

@WarksFireRescue - As a result of the block on the #M69 Northbound, there are delays of approx. 30 minutes above normal. Currently just under 1.5 miles of congestion on the approach to this vehicle fire.
— Highways England (@HighwaysWMIDS) May 26, 2020

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