All lanes now reopen on motorway near Halesowen after HGV fire

All lanes have now re-opened on the M5 southbound between junction three for Quinton and four for Bromsgrove after an early morning HGV fire.

The accident caused queuing traffic for four miles and delays of up to an hour into the rush hour and through the morning,

There is heavy traffic along the M5 near to Halesowen, after a lorry caught fire.placeholder image
There is heavy traffic along the M5 near to Halesowen, after a lorry caught fire.

National Highways say currently delays are in excess of 30 minutes and congestion is backing up for four miles but both slip roads southbound have re-opened.

They say police continue to work at the scene and specialist recovery is being arranged.

Related topics:
Local news you can trust
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice