Pictures show dramatic moment East Lothian van bursts into flames on A1
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An East Lothian van burst into flames on a major Scottish road on Sunday afternoon (June 29).
Fire crews raced to the scene of the fire, which took place on the A1 near Haddington's Oak Tree junction at around 2pm. It is understood that the road was closed off to other motorists while emergency services attended.
A video seen by Edinburgh Live showed the van engulfed in flames as black smoke plumed into the sky.
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A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "We received a call just before 1:55 this afternoon. It was a van on fire and we had two appliances in attendance."
Traffic Scotland said: "Gladsmuir - Haddington (S/B)
"Road temporarily CLOSED due a vehicle fire. Police and Fire services are attending the scene.
"Please use an alternative route and expect longer journey times. Further updates to come."
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Police Scotland has been approached for comment.
Elsewhere in the area, queues were building on the Edinburgh Bypass. From around 2pm, two lanes were restricted eastbound between Gilmerton Junction and Sheriffhall Roundabout.
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