A14 closed near Kettering as firefighters tackle lorry fire
The A14 has been closed westbound near Kettering after a blaze in a lorry carrying a load of straw bales today (Friday).
The incident is between Junction 10 – the turn for Burton Latimer – and Junction 9 – for the A509 to Wellingborough.
Traffic is building up on the approaches to the area with motorists diverting through nearby roads.
Both trailers of the large transporter are on fire and the burning debris has fallen onto the carriageway.
A spokesman for Northants Fire and Rescue said: “Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service was called shortly after 8am today (May 29) to reports of a lorry carrying straw bales on fire on the A14 westbound between junctions 9 and 10.
“Crews are currently on scene using hose-reel jets and a main jet to put the fire out.
“The section of the A14 at junction 9 is closed, and there is significant congestion in the surrounding area which is expected to last for some time.
“Drivers are advised to avoid the area while firefighters deal with the incident.”