Diversions in place with major road closed amid vehicle fire

Drivers are urged to take care when approaching the area.

A1 Thistly Cross and Spott Roundabout near Dunbar closed after vehicle catches fire, Traffic Scotland saysGoogle Maps
Craig Meighan
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A major road has been closed after a vehicle caught fire on Friday morning.

The A1 southbound between Thistly Cross and Spott Roundabout has been shut off since just after 6am.

Drivers are urged to approach the area, near Dunbar, with caution as diversions are now in place.

Details on the diversions can be found here.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has been approached for comment.

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