M6 near Junction 36
Motorists are being warned of delays on the M6 in Cumbria due to a vehicle fire.
Highways England say southbound traffic is being "held" between junctions 36 and 35 in the south of the county. Only two lanes are open there and it is adding about 20 minutes onto journeys.
Firefighters are at the scene.
Early suggestions are that the problem could be cleared by 5.30pm.
A Highways England spokesperson tweeted: "Please expect delays, we'll keep you updated."
The fire service are now extinguishing the vehicle fire and traffic remains held on the #M6 southbound between J36 and J35. Delays building on approach. pic.twitter.com/Hwl2WP3TBK
— Highways England (@HighwaysNWEST) July 28, 2018
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