A car fire caused traffic disruption on the AP‑7 yesterday afternoon near the junction for Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco. The incident occurred at kilometre point 790 on the southbound side of the motorway, which leads towards Cartagena and Almería.
Emergency services were called after several passing drivers contacted Murcia’s Emergency Coordination Centre to report flames coming from the vehicle. Firefighters and Civil Guard officers were sent to the scene to control the blaze and ensure the safety of motorists.
Crews worked to extinguish the fire while officers directed traffic around the affected lane. No details have yet been released regarding the cause of the fire, and there were no immediate reports of injuries.
Authorities have reminded drivers to report any roadside emergencies promptly and to follow instructions from officers when approaching incidents on major routes.
This article was written with AI assistance and reviewed by a human editor before publication.