A55 in Flintshire back open following earlier vehicle fire

Update: The road reopened at around 9pm.

Traffic Wales has said the Westbound side is back open between Junction 30 and Junction 31 for Caerwys.

⚠️Update A55 J31 Prestatyn/ Caerwys – J32 Holywell

Westbound carriageway now open.

⛔️Eastbound remains closed. Please find an alternate route if travelling in the area.

Congestion in the area.

Updates to follow. https://t.co/XJRW5h2qL4 pic.twitter.com/mIEwzCWaMo

— Traffic Wales North & Mid (@TrafficWalesN) January 5, 2024

Earlier report: The A55 is currently closed in both directions between Junction 30 and Junction 31 for Caerwys.

Traffic Wales reports the road is closed due to a vehicle fire.

North Wales Police said on social media: “The A55 is currently closed, in both directions, between Junction 30 and Junction 31 in the Caerwys area.”

“Drivers are advised to avoid the area, and to use alternative routes for the time being, thank you.”

More as and when..