Firefighters tackle large wildlife near Exeter which closed parts of M5 and A38
Ten fire engines are at the scene
Fire crews are continuing to tackle a large wildfire near Exeter which caused parts of the M5 and A38 to close.
Ten fire engines are at the scene of the blaze which involves a number of fields that are "well alight", with the fire being intensified by strong winds.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue service said crews are expected to remain at the scene for a number of hours with some tackling the blaze on agricultural land along verges on the A38.
A spokesperson for Newton Abbot Fire Station said: "Crews from Newton Abbot fire station are currently dealing with a large fire in the open in the Exter area involving a number of fields that are well alight intensified by strong winds.
"10 fire appliances are already in attendance with crews anticipated to be on scene for a number of hours.
"Crews from Newton Abbot were initially tasked with protecting a number of properties and ensuring the fire was pushed back into one of the fields.
"After ensuring a sufficient break was in place, we joined the remaining crews to tackle a fire front in sector two.
"Our firefighters are currently using hose reel jets, 51 mm attack jets, beaters and firefighting backpacks to try and contain the flames.
"Other crews are battling the blaze across the agricultural land, with further crews actively firefighting along verges on A38.
"We would like to thank everyone who is currently caught in the tailbacks for your patience whilst the fire is brought under control."
Traffic conditions have now eased on the A38 and M5.