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🕐 Last verified 18 Feb, 08:20

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM1
DirectionNorthbound
RegionEastern
CountyHertfordshire
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedWed 18 Feb, 07:39
Cleared08:20
Lasted40 min
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-3704822
Views121

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What National Highways say

M1 northbound between J6A and J8 | Northbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J6 and J8 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 08:30 and 08:45 on 18 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 08:30 and 08:45 on 18 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There are two of four lanes closed.

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Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 08:20 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. See the M1 right now.

What happened on the M1 on 18 Feb 2026?

Vehicle fire on the M1 northbound J6A to J8 in Hertfordshire, reported at 07:39 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. Cleared at 08:20.

How long did it last?

40 min, from 07:39 UK time on Wed 18 Feb.

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