M4 closed after lorry's hay bale load catches fire
A major HGV fire involving a hay bale load has closed the M4 westbound, causing severe delays. Discover the dramatic footage and the latest traffic updates here.
A major HGV fire involving a hay bale load has closed the M4 westbound, causing severe delays. Discover the dramatic footage and the latest traffic updates here.
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