TRAFFIC is currently at a standstill on the M5 northbound due to a car fire. 

Traffic is stopped between Junction 4 Longbridge and Junction 3 Quinton.

There is a road closure near Frankley Services. 

Emergency services are on the scene of the fire. 

There are currently delays of 45 minutes and approximately 3 miles of congestion on approach.

West Mercia Police have advised people to use an alternative route.