Huge delays on the M62 between Brighouse and Elland as lorry catches fire
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There are delays of up to five miles in the area.
It has been closed westbound between J25 near Brighouse and J24 near Huddersfield due to the fire.
Emergency services are at the scene and Highways England has traffic officers on the way.
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Huge delays on the M62 between Brighouse and Elland as lorry catches fire
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Highways England said: “The M62 in West Yorkshire is closed westbound between J25 near Brighouse and J24 near Huddersfield due to a lorry fire.
“Traffic is being temporarily help o the eastbound carriageway.
“Emergency services are in attendance, Highways England has Traffic Officers deployed to assist.
“Westbound traffic is being diverted off the M62 at J25.”
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