A40 Closed Westbound for Emergency Repairs Following Car Fire

A car fire has severely damaged the A40 near Gloucester, resulting in the closure of the westbound carriageway as emergency repairs are underway. The incident caused significant damage to the road, necessitating immediate resurfacing work. The affected stretch runs between the A38 (Longford Roundabout) and the A417 (Over Roundabout).

According to traffic monitoring service Inrix, the fire has been extinguished and the area cleared. However, the extent of the damage means that the A40 will remain closed until essential repairs are completed. A spokesperson for National Highways confirmed the situation, stating, “The A40 in Gloucestershire is closed westbound between the Longford Roundabout (A38) and the Over Roundabout (A417). This is due to a car fire earlier which has resulted in carriageway damage that will require resurfacing before the road can reopen.”

To mitigate the impact of the closure on drivers, a diversion route has been established. Motorists are advised to follow the diversion along the A38 and A417 to bypass the affected area.

National Highways has urged drivers to plan ahead. The spokesperson noted, “If this closure impacts your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead; you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”

As emergency crews work swiftly to restore safe conditions on the A40, updates on the situation will continue to be provided. For ongoing coverage, readers can refer to live updates on the incident.