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A1 lorry fire: One lane now open after morning blaze

The lorry blaze which closed part of the A1 on Thursday Credit: North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue

One lane has reopened on the A1 in North Yorkshire after a lorry blaze on Thursday morning.

One lane southbound is open but it still remains closed northbound between the A6136 (Catterick) and the A66 (Scotch Corner).

A HGV transporting hay bales caught fire shortly before 11:30am.

Drivers are advised to follow the diversion symbol and allow plenty of extra time for journeys.