M6 reopen after lorry fire causes 'travel chaos'
The M6 has reopened at junction 7 in time for the evening rush hour after a prolonged closure earlier today due to a lorry fire.
M6 to re-open for rush hour but repairs taking place today
The M6 northbound at junction 7 will be closed this afternoon for resurfacing following this morning’s lorry fire, but is due to reopen in time for the evening rush hour.
The fire closed the northbound carriageway at Great Barr just after 8am, causing delays. It has caused significant damage to the road surface that needs to be repaired.
The carriageway has been closed during the morning for the fire to be fully extinguished and the vehicle to be removed.
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