Multiple Road Closures in UK, New Zealand Due to Large Fires

Several significant fire incidents have caused road closures and traffic disruptions in both the UK and New Zealand. In Nottinghamshire, a lorry fire on the A1 near North Muskham and Carlton-on-Trent has led to the closure of the northbound carriageway between the A46 and B6325, with one lane also closed southbound, as emergency services work on recovery and clear-up. In central Auckland, a fire on the 16th floor of a building on Wakefield Street has prompted the closure of Wakefield Street between Mayoral Drive and Queen Street, as well as Rutland Street between Queen Street and Lorne Street, with evacuations reported but the fire now under control. Meanwhile, in West Sussex, a house fire near Wisborough Green has resulted in the closure of the A272 between Wisborough Green and Petworth to allow firefighting operations, with residents advised to keep doors and windows closed. These incidents highlight ongoing challenges for emergency services managing fires in both urban and rural settings, impacting local traffic and safety precautions.