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🕐 Last verified 17 Mar, 10:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM6
DirectionSouthbound
RegionNorth West
CountyLancashire
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedTue 17 Mar, 08:59
Cleared10:05
Lasted1h 5m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather⛅ Partly cloudy
ReferenceREF-24403737
Views101

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What National Highways say

M6 southbound between J32 and J31A | Southbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The M6 southbound between junctions J32 and J31A . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 09:45 and 10:00 on 17 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 09:45 and 10:00 on 17 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.

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Is the M6 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 10:05 UK time on Tue 17 Mar. See the M6 right now.

What happened on the M6 on 17 Mar 2026?

Vehicle fire on the M6 southbound J32 to J31A in Lancashire, reported at 08:59 UK time on Tue 17 Mar. Cleared at 10:05.

How long did it last?

1h 5m, from 08:59 UK time on Tue 17 Mar.

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