M20 delays near Ashford after car goes up in flames

One lane is closed on a busy motorway after a car caught fire. Traffic is slow on the M20 eastbound between junctions eight and nine as emergency services tend to the incident.

A car on fire between junctions eight and nine of the M20 has caused the closure of one lane. Picture: Google Maps

Delays have been reported between the exit for Leeds Castle / Maidstone Services to A20 Fougeres Way in Ashford. Police have been contacted for comment.

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