It was a miserable night for commuters heading home as congestion was caused on the M5 after a car caught fire.
The incident happened between J20 for Clevedon and J19 for Portishead.
A Mini caught fire in the middle lane after a crash causing long queues in either direction.
Meanwhile further south at J21 for Weston there is stationary traffic on the southbound carriageway caused by hold-ups in the town due to the carnival.
Several roads are shut as a result of the procession causing delays and diversions.
Tomorrow North Petherton's carnival takes place the A38 will close at 5pm in the town.
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