Overview
- The blaze started just after 8am between junction 33 for Sheffield/Rotherham and junction 34 for Meadowhall during the morning rush.
- Three of four northbound lanes are now open, with one lane still closed as recovery work continues.
- National Highways has urged motorists to allow extra time after earlier closures caused long queues stretching back to the J32 M18 interchange.
- Motorway cameras showed fire crews arriving quickly and temporarily shutting lanes to tackle the flames.
- Authorities have not released details on the cause or any injuries, and South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue has been contacted for further information.