Motorists near Buckden may notice smoke rising from a lorry trailer which was involved in a fire on the A1 northbound yesterday afternoon (September 15).
The incident initially caused the A1 northbound to close during rush hour, leading to significant delays for motorists across the area. Firefighters were called to tackle the blaze, and worked quickly to bring it under control. To allow the road to reopen safely, the lorry was moved off the main carriageway to a secure location while authorities sourced a suitable site to continue dealing with the trailer.
Ideally, the contents of the trailer would be emptied so firefighters could fully extinguish the fire. However, high winds yesterday and continuing into today have made this unsafe, as debris could spread across the surrounding area.
A location near Brampton has now been identified where crews can safely continue their work. Firefighters are focused on dampening hotspots, monitoring the fire, and keeping the area safe. To maintain a steady supply of water, a relay system has been set up, ensuring that the fire remains under control until the load can be fully dealt with.
Authorities say that while the fire is ongoing, motorists in the local area may notice smoke rising from the trailer as crews continue to work around the clock to manage the incident and prevent further risk.
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