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🕐 Last verified 20 Feb, 01:20

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA52
DirectionWestbound
RegionEast Midlands
CountyNottinghamshire
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedFri 20 Feb, 00:45
Cleared01:20
Lasted34 min
Road typeDual Carriageway
Speed limit70 mph
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-5779660

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What National Highways say

A52 westbound between A1 and A46 | Westbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The A52 westbound between the junctions with the A1 and the A46 . Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 01:15 and 01:30 on 20 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:15 and 01:30 on 20 February 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

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Is the A52 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 01:20 UK time on Fri 20 Feb. See the A52 right now.

What happened on the A52 on 20 Feb 2026?

Vehicle fire on the A52 westbound in Nottinghamshire, reported at 00:45 UK time on Fri 20 Feb. Cleared at 01:20.

How long did it last?

34 min, from 00:45 UK time on Fri 20 Feb.

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