M6 near junction 42 (Image: Google Maps)
There is currently heavy traffic on the M6 Northbound in Cumbria after a vehicle fire led to the exit slip road being forced to close.
At 6.57 this morning, it was reported that the exit slip road near junction 42 south of Carlisle, is currently closed and there is heavy traffic due to a vehicle fire.
More to follow.
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