MOTORISTS using the M53 around Ellesmere Port are advised to take extra care following a minibus fire.

The incident has been reported between junctions 9 (National Waterways Museum) and 10 (Cheshire Oaks) on the southbound side of the carriageway.

The Highways Agency is asking motorists to be aware lane 1 is closed and to take extra care as several passengers of the minibus are currently on the hard shoulder.

Police were called to the scene at 11.20am and are in attendance dealing with traffic management.

There are not believed to be any injuries.