National Highways have confirmed that there was a vehicle fire on the hard shoulder southbound at Junction 30 at the Snipe in Ashton this morning.
Emergency services attended and all three lanes southbound were closed for a short time to deal with the incident and make the area safe.
The incident occurred at 7.38am and the motorway was fully reopened at 8.08am.
Man wanted for dodging court appearance
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Man arrested and weapons and drugs seized in police raid
One man was arrested and weapons and drugs seized during a police raid in Newton.
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One of the all-time musical films has found it’s way to the Palace Theatre for one week only! ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ opened the curtains on what can only be described as the perfect show for all the family.
Travel agents’ 50’s night with Elvis tribute brings in £1,000 for charity
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