Dramatic pictures show aftermath of lorry blaze on A1

The motorway is closed northbound between A57/A638 Markham Moor and A57/A614 Upper Morton after the blaze, which broke out near Retford.

The fire has been extinguished and a recovery operation is underway.

A spokesperson for Highways England said: “Recovery of the vehicle and load is commencing after the vehicle has cooled enough for safety.

"This is expected to take until around 2pm, when we should be able to open the A1.”

The condition of the driver is not yet known.

A diversion via the A638 to Retford and to Scrooby is in place, where drivers will be able to rejoin the A1 via the A614.

The Highways spokesperson asked that all drivers stick to the diversion, adding: “We are receiving reports of some drivers travelling through small villages causing delays and inconvenience to residents.”

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