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M5 delays warning after car catches fire

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Fire crews said two fire engines were at the scene

Emergency services have been dealing with a car fire on the M5 in Devon.

Police confirmed a vehicle was alight close to the Devon and Somerset border near Willand at about 13:00 GMT on Sunday.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has warned motorists to expect delays while teams deal with the incident.

The force said all people were safe and out of the vehicle, with two fire engines at the scene.

No road closures are in place.

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