A38 towards Plymouth closed after lorry fire

There are long delays on the A38 heading towards Plymouth this afternoon after a lorry fire. The A38 Expressway Westbound is blocked after traffic stationary after the incident near Chudleigh Emergency services are said to be at the scene, which happened at around 12.48pm on the south/westbound carriageway between Haldon Forest at Kennford and Marsh Lane at Harcombe Cross, Chudleigh.

The incident has resulted in "queues" of traffic[1] according to reports. Drivers heading into Chudleigh will likely experience delays and additional journey time as a result. Devon and Cornwall Police has been approached for more information.

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References

1. ^ queues" of traffic (www.devonlive.com)