M1 Wakefield: Live traffic updates as lanes closed on northbound motorway near Leeds due to car fire

Drivers near Leeds are warned to expect delays after a car fire.

National Highways has warned of delays as three lanes on the M1 northbound have been closed between J39 (Wakefield) and J40 (Dewsbury) due to a vehicle fire.

According to a message on social media, the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene.

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