Lorry catches fire on Louth by-pass

Roundabouts on the A16 and A157 were briefly closed this morning (Friday) after a lorry caught fire on the A16 Louth by-pass.

Fire appliances and police attended the scene of the incident, which was reported to the emergency services just after 8.30am.

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Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue.

The fire has been extinguished and no injuries were reported.

The two affected roundabouts have since been re-opened, and there is no further disruption on these roads.

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