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M23 Car Fire Causes Long Delays Near Gatwick Airport

An incident on the motorway led to significant disruption for travellers heading to and from the airport.

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M23 Car Fire Causes Long Delays Near Gatwick Airport
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A car fire on the M23 motorway has caused significant traffic delays in the vicinity of Gatwick Airport. The incident led to lane closures, impacting journeys for those travelling to and from the airport.

The M23 serves as a primary access route for Gatwick Airport, one of the UK's busiest airports. Delays on this motorway can have a considerable effect on passenger travel times and airport operations.

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Details regarding the cause of the fire or any potential injuries were not immediately available. The extent of the disruption and the duration of the lane closures were also not specified in initial reports.

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+What happened on the M23?

A car caught fire on the M23 motorway. This incident caused lane closures and led to long traffic delays in the area.

+Where is the M23 located?

The M23 motorway is located near Gatwick Airport. It is a significant route for travellers accessing the airport.

+What was the impact of the car fire?

The car fire resulted in long delays for traffic on the M23. Lane closures were implemented, affecting journeys to and from Gatwick Airport.

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