Bus fire causing delays on A45 between Rushden and Wellingborough

Nobody is believed to have been on board the bus

Motorists are facing delays on a stretch of the A45 this morning (Wednesday) because of a fire involving a bus.

Emergency services are at the scene of the westbound carriageway between Rushden and Wellingborough, with a lane closure in place.

Northamptonshire Police say nobody is believed to have been on board the bus.

Emergency services at the scene. Credit: Northants Roads Policing Teamplaceholder image
Emergency services at the scene. Credit: Northants Roads Policing Team

A force spokesman said: “There are currently tailbacks on the westbound carriageway of the A45 between Rushden and Wellingborough due to a bus fire.

"Emergency services are on scene, and no-one is believed to have been on board.

“Please find an alternative route if possible.”

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