Live updates as vehicle fire causes gridlock on M27

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Traffic cleared

Traffic has now cleared eastbound on the M27 after the earlier incident with a vehicle fire.

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The two fire engines previously spotted on the traffic cameras have left.

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Traffic is starting to flow normally as delays are easing.

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National Highways' traffic map confirm that three lanes out of the four heading eastbound between Junction 8 and 9 on the M27 are closed.

This is due to a vehicle fire, which is causing 10 minute delays.

National Highways said: "The event is expected to clear between 21:15 and 21:30 on 22 January 2025.

"Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 22 January 2025."

Google Maps’ traffic view shows the affected area in dark red - suggesting heavy queues and delays.

AA Traffic Maps reports a delay of 15 minutes eastbound on the M27 as traffic is funnelled through one lane around fire services.

National Highways' traffic map reports that traffic conditions are not expected to return to normal until 9pm.

Traffic remains gridlocked eastbound near Junction 8.

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A photo taken from the westbound carriageway shows smoke flowing up into the air from the vehicle fire.

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The Echo understands that all lanes are closed except one. 

One lane remains open as at least two fire engines contain the incident.

The Echo has contacted Hampshire fire services for more information.

Google Maps' traffic view shows the affected stretch of motorway.

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Gridlocked traffic

National Highways' traffic cameras show gridlocked traffic on the M27.

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A vehicle fire has caused gridlock traffic on the M27, eastbound near Junction 8.

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