NORTH Wales Police have confirmed a stretch of the A55 is closed due to a reported vehicle fire.

In a statement, police have confirmed the A55 is currently closed between Junction 30 and Junction 31 in the Caerwys area.

A recent update has now confirmed the Westbound carriageway has now reopened while Eastbound remains close. There is congestion in the area.

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Drivers are being advised to avoid the area, and use alternative routes for the time being.

Traffic Wales North & Mid confirms the incident has occurred between J31 Preststyn / Caerwys and J32 Holywell in Flintshire.

Further updates to follow as the story develops.