Lorry bursts into flames on motorway

A lorry has burst into flames on a motorway, causing significant delays on the route.

Traffic was held earlier following the incident near junction 24 of the M5 at Bridgwater in Somerset. All lanes have now reopened.

Pictures from the scene show the vehicle engulfed by flames, with black smoke drifting across the road.

A spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said the lorry was empty, with two fire crews in attendance using hose reel jets to prevent the fire from escalating further.

No injuries have been reported.