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🕐 Last verified 18 Mar, 11:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM5
DirectionSouthbound
RegionSouth West
CountySouth Gloucestershire
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedWed 18 Mar, 03:01
Cleared11:05
Lasted8h 3m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
ReferenceREF-24480568
Views110

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M5 southbound between J13 and J14 | Southbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The M5 southbound between junctions J13 and J14 . Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

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Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 11:05 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. See the M5 right now.

What happened on the M5 on 18 Mar 2026?

Vehicle fire on the M5 southbound J13 to J14 in South Gloucestershire, reported at 03:01 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. Cleared at 11:05.

How long did it last?

8h 3m, from 03:01 UK time on Wed 18 Mar.

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