The M4 motorway near Swindon was temporarily closed following a fire involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) transporting hay bales. The incident caused significant disruption, with motorists experiencing delays of up to 70 minutes as emergency services responded to the scene.
The fire broke out on the carriageway, prompting authorities to close the affected lanes to ensure safety and facilitate firefighting operations. No further details regarding injuries have been reported, and investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes where possible and to expect delays while the motorway remains partially closed.