The M1 was closed in both directions for the safety of motorists
The fire service has released a statement after an oil tanker caught ablaze on the M1 between Junction 28 and Junction 29. Huge plumes of smoke could be seen billowing into the sky as fire crews battled an oil tanker fire on the M1 southbound on Tuesday, August 22.
The M1 was closed in both directions well into the afternoon for the safety of motorists, with the southbound carriageway not reopening fully until the following morning . Following an investigation into the cause of an oil tanker fire on the M1 near Mansfield, the fire service has concluded the most likely cause to be accidental due to engine damage.
“However due to heat damage to some of the valves on the tanker, a significant amount of the contents escaped and became involved in the fire. After tackling the fire, firefighters worked to bring the contents of the tanker to a safe temperature, so that it could be safely transferred to an alternative tanker for removal.
“This brought the risk of an explosion and/or a running fire because of leaking fuel. An explosion could have also resulted in flying debris. These factors were a consideration in closing the M1 for safety reasons.
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