Hucknall firefighters among crews dealing with car transporter fire on the M1 motorway

Hucknall firefighters are dealing with a fire involving a car transporter on the M1 South between Junction 26 and 27, which initially caused both carriageways to be closed.

A statement by Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Joint Fire Control received a call at 1.39pm to a car transporter with seven electric vehicles well alight. No other vehicles were involved and there are no injuries.

"There is a large smoke plume and heavy traffic so please avoid the area."

As well as a crew from Hucknall, there are also crews from Ashfield and Stockhill on the scene. They are being supported by Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, Alfreton Fire Station and Clay Cross Fire Station's Water Carrier. 

As of 4:45pm, crews were still at the scene and continuing to dampen down the fire.

The M1 northbound has now reopened, but delays should be expected. However, the southbound road remains closed and is expected to stay that way for at least another hour. 

Diversions have been put in place but motorists are still being advised to avoid the area if possible.