M1 traffic Sheffield: Three lanes closed due to vehicle fire in South Yorkshire - rush hour delays expected
Three lanes of the M1 in South Yorkshire are closed this morning following a lorry fire overnight.
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The blaze broke out on a southbound stretch of the motorway between junctions 32 (for the M18) and 31 (for Aston) overnight.
Initially all four lanes of the motorway were closed but lane four has since reopened.
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Hide AdNational Highways Yorkshire said: “Lanes 1, 2 and 3 remain closed for ongoing recovery and clear up.
“Please allow extra time if travelling in the area.”
“Thank you for your patience.”
Motorists are reporting congestion on surrounding routes
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