M5 UPDATE | The north-bound carriageway of the #M5 has now reopened. Emergency services are continuing their work on the south-bound carriageway between Junctions 29 and 28 following a lorry fire , near #Cullompton, this morning.

LATEST NEWS | The M5 is currently closed between Junctions 29 and 28 due to a lorry fire on the motorway near Cullompton. Diversion routes are in place however the incident has resulted in significant traffic issues and we advise motorists to avoid the area.

#Devon 09:52 01/10/2025 As a result of increased traffic volumes we are seeing long delays at Bickleigh Bridge on the A396. Please take care, expect delays and if choosing to use this route, be prepared to give way to/ make way for larger vehicles at the bridge. JM

08:28 01/10/25 #Devon The M5 is closed between J28 Cullompton and J29 due to a car transporter fire. There are higher than normal traffic volumes on the surrounding routes. Please plan ahead and expect delays. AW @StagecoachSW @BBCDevon

Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Exminster, Teignbridge, Devon. All bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. See https://t.co/sLtw4dtVAk for info. #BirdFlu

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