Long delays after M5 crash and fire

Delays were reported between junction four and three of the M5

Drivers have been warned of lengthy delays on the M5 in the West Midlands and Worcestershire after a crash and vehicle fire.

The crash involved three cars between junction four for Longbridge, Birmingham, and junction three for Quinton northbound at about 08:20 BST, the ambulance service said.

Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus tackled a blaze involving a vehicle.

One woman was treated for injuries which were not thought to be serious before being taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham as a precaution.

Another woman was checked over and discharged at the scene with minor injuries, the ambulance service added.

All lanes were open by 09:45 BST but delays of an hour remained, National Highways said.