IN PICTURES - Lorry fire closes A1(M)

Fire crews are tackling a lorry fire on A1 this morning (Monday, 26 July).

It happened just before 3am on the northbound carriage, just south of Boston Spa.

Firefighters from West Yorkshire and Tadcaster are also on the scene.

It's believed the lorry was carrying milk.

The road is currently closed, northbound at junction 44 from 45, while emergency services deal with the situation.

Update to follow.

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