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Vehicle ablaze in Airole, eastbound carriageway of the Strada Statale 20 towards Ventimiglia closed
Important update: in-depth analysis
The eastbound carriageway of the Strada Statale 20 near Airole has been closed after a vehicle burst into flames. The fire took hold at approximately 12.30 today, prompting the immediate intervention of the Fire Service and the Traffic Police. Firefighters from the Sanremo detachment arrived on site and swiftly extinguished the blaze.
Further details
The incident has caused significant tailbacks on the eastbound carriageway, which has been closed to traffic between the Airole and Bordighera junctions. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes or delay their journeys until the road has been reopened.
Updates to follow
The Traffic Police are currently directing traffic and investigating the cause of the fire. Further updates will be provided as they become available.