Northern Ireland

Car engulfed in flames on M3 off-slip near York Street in Belfast

Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 9th May 2024 Photo by / Press Eye Firefighters are currently at the scene on a car on fire in Belfast. The incident is currently ongoing on the M3 off-slip on Thursday morning, May 9. Drivers are asked to slow down and approach with care. Fire crews from the NIFRS are currently at the scene and smoke can be seen billowing across the carriageway.
Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 9th May 2024 Photo by / Press Eye Firefighters are currently at the scene on a car on fire in Belfast. The incident is currently ongoing on the M3 off-slip on Thursday morning, May 9. Drivers are asked to slow down and approach with care. Fire crews from the NIFRS are currently at the scene and smoke can be seen billowing across the carriageway.

Motorists have been warned of delays after a car fire on the M3 off-slip near York Street in Belfast.

Firefighters from Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) have been at the scene this morning and drivers have been urged to slow down and approach the area with care.

Lane 1 is currently obstructed due to the incident, and delays are expected.

Trafficwatch NI said, “Belfast - Vehicle on fire M3 off slip to Nelson Street. Lane 1 currently obstructed. Please slow down and approach with care.”

The road remains open, but commuters should anticipate delays while emergency services work to extinguish the fire and clear the scene.

The cause of the fire and any potential injuries are unknown at this time.