A LANE on the A419 is currently closed following a lorry fire.
The blaze broke out in the vehicle, which contained rubber matts, at approximately 2.45pm.
The incident happened on the southbound carriageway at the Turnpike junction.
Two fire crews attended as well as a water carrier, and police are currently at the scene waiting for the vehicle to be recovered.
Lane one of the carriageway is set to remain closed for another hour.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area.
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