Diversion route after A38 shut after tanker blaze

Emergency repair work is underway on the A38 this morning (Wednesday, June 26) following a tanker fire. The blaze broke out on the eastbound carriageway near Ivybridge yesterday evening.

Locals reported seeing smoke rising above the vehicle which was transporting milk. The fire led to a spillage on the road and National Highways said it required a "substantial" clean-up.

As of 10am this morning, the eastbound carriageway of the A38 remains shut. There are traffic delays in the area and a diversion route is in place.

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said shortly after 9pm last night: "We are currently dealing with a Tanker fire on the A38 near Forder Lane, the vehicle is well alight and Police are closing both carriageways, please avoid the area until further notice."

Traffic monitoring site Inrix says: "A38 Eastbound closed, queueing traffic due to emergency resurfacing repairs from Westover (Ivybridge) to A3121 Kingsbridge Road (Wrangaton Cross, Wrangaton).

"Following an Lorry fire on Tuesday evening. Diversion - along the B3213 through Bittaford."