Lorry fire causes delays

A lorry fire is causing delays in Northgate Avenue, Crawley.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said they were called to the scene at just after 7.15am to reports of a Luton van that was on fire.

One engine was sent from Crawley Fire Station and put out the burning vehicle, which was 50 per cent destroyed.

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The cause is believed to have been accidental ignition, the fire service said.

After speaking to the owner, the fire crew learnt that a recovery vehicle will be at the scene before 9am.

They left the scene at just after 8am.

The burnt-out vehicle is causing major delays between Junction 10 of the M23 and Northgate Avenue, with Crawley Avenue partially blocked.

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