Huge Lorry Fire Closes A30 as Smoke Prompts School to Send Pupils Home

Part of A30 in Cornwall closed due to vehicle fire smoke

Students are sent home from Launceston College, and people are advised to avoid the area.

A30 closed after lorry bursts into flames

There are long delays

Huge lorry fire closes A30 as smoke prompts school to send pupils home

A30 near Pennygillam, Launceston, closed both ways after a vehicle fire. Smoke warnings issued; residents told to shut windows and drivers avoid the area.

Plans announced for emergency A30 closure following HGV fire

Work will commence this evening to repair the site damaged by the blaze

Two thirds of school clouded by smoke due to A30 fire

The school has taken the decision to close a result of the incident

Emergency services on scene of A30 lorry fire: Latest updates

Updates as we have them