Lorry fire closes part of A1

The A1(M) southbound is closed near Darlington between J59 and J57 due to a lorry fire.

Emergency services are at scene, including Durham Police and Fire/Rescue.

Delays are likely on the approach to this closure, with additional journey times also expected on diversion routes.

Diversion:- follow the solid circle symbol from J59-J58. From J59 head west on the B6444 to Heighington and then the A6072 and A68 southbound to J58.

Further incident information is available from National Highways by visiting our www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via our @HighwaysNEAST regional Twitter feed. Our 24/7 Customer Contact Centre is also available to provide up to the minute information on 03001235000.

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