""Thankfully the driver managed to get out early," a source from the fire service said. "Two units from Wexford Fire Service are currently at the scene and we hope to have things cleared and the road re-opened within the next 20 minutes.""
"Major tailbacks were reported in both directions, stretching back past Ferrycarrig on the Wexford side, and motorists were encouraged to avoid the area while emergency services dealt with the issue."
A truck driver noticed smoke and managed to escape before his vehicle was engulfed in flames. Emergency services were called, and the fire service worked to extinguish the blaze. The road was closed to traffic due to heavy smoke. Two units from Wexford Fire Service responded, and it was anticipated that the road would be cleared within 20 minutes. Major traffic delays were reported in both directions, with motorists advised to avoid the area.
Read at Irish Independent
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