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Lorry engulfed in flames as major A-road blocked by blaze

byDaniel Jae Webb
7 May 2024 • 7.44am
Lorry engulfed in flames as major A-road blocked by blaze
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A lorry engulfed in flames has blocked a major A-road this morning (Tuesday).

Emergency services were called to the A417 just north of Cirencester at around 7.30am.

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Police are expected to close, or partially close, the road northbound near The Highwayman Inn shortly as firefighters battle the blaze.

The lorry fire is expected to cause significant delays to motorists travelling towards Birdlip. Traffic on the southbound carriageway is slow, but it remains open.

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