M5 reopens after lorry fire causes major delays
On social media National Highways, external[1] said: "Long delays remain in the area but should now start to ease.
"Thanks for your patience today whilst this incident was ongoing."
Devon and Cornwall Police said at about 21:20 its earlier message for residents in the immediate area to keep their windows and doors shut no longer applied and the area had returned to "normality".
"The M5 is now fully reopened following the lorry fire earlier today.
"Highways, the Fire Service and contractors have worked at pace this evening, recognising the impact this closure has had on the local road network and community, in particular through the rush hour."