Motorway traffic affected by smoke from nearby fire
People driving on the motorway in rush hour were met with large plumes of smoke earlier from a fire near a campsite.
Avon Fire and Rescue Service were tackling a pile of rubbish that caught fire just off King Weston Lane in Avonmouth, Bristol.
National Highways placed slow signs along the M5 in the area as the smoke travelled across the carriageway.
A spokesperson for the fire service said there were no reports of any injuries and the fire had now been extinguished.
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They said they had found some gas cylinders in the area and efforts were made to ensure they were safe.
One fire engine from Gloucester also assisted with extra water.
Fire crews have now left the scene.
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