A vehicle fire has lead to a major closure of one of the UK's busiest motorways.
The M6 in Staffordshire is currently closed between J11 for Shareshill, Cannock and J10A for the M54, according to National Highways.
The agency said the southbound lane was closed after a vehicle burst into flames.
Staffordshire Fire Service were called to put out the blaze as officers from National Highways manage the flow of traffic.
The Mirror has reached out to Staffordshire Fire and Rescue for further information.
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National Highways states the M6 southbound remains closed between J11 (Shareshill) and J10A (M54) for recovery and clear up works following a car fire.
There are currently delays of 30 minutes on the approach.
CCTV images show huge queues snaking back for miles after a vehicle fire closed off part of the M6 this morning.
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are said to be on the scene.
The Mirror has reached out to Staffordshire Fire and Rescue and West Midlands Ambulance Service for further information.
National Highways, which operates Britain's network of roads, has urged road users to take alternative routes to avoid the traffic.
The diversion route:
Inrix, a website monitoring traffic on Britain's roads, said drivers should expect "long delays" on the M6 this morning.
The latest update read: "M6 southbound blocked, long delays due to car fire from J11 A460 (Cannock) to J10A M54 J10A.
"All traffic stopped at around 10am."
On its website, National Highways said the M6 has been closed due to a car fire.
A statement on the site reads: "The M6 in Staffordshire is closed southbound between J11 (Shareshill, Cannock) and J10A (M54) due to a car fire.
"Lane 3 is now open on the northbound carriageway.
"Staffordshire Fire Service are on scene. National Highways Traffic Officers are providing assistance with traffic management.
"Vehicle recovery is being arranged."
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