A truck with a burning tire blocks one lane on the AP-7 at L’Ametlla de Mar and causes 2 km of traffic jams

A truck with a burning tire has blocked one lane of the AP-7 at L’Ametlla de Mar heading towards Castelló, causing 2 km of traffic jams. This incident, which occurred on August 25, 2026, has created a significant jam on a key road for travel between the Costa Daurada and the Valencian Community.

Many drivers have found themselves stuck in the queue, wondering when the traffic will reopen and how it will affect their usual route. It is not a minor event considering that the AP-7 is one of the highways with the highest vehicle volume in the area.

Details of the incident on the AP-7 at L’Ametlla de Mar

What exactly happened on the AP-7?

According to the Catalan Traffic Service, a truck suffered a tire fire while traveling on the AP-7 highway near L’Ametlla de Mar, heading towards Castelló. This fire forced the closure of one lane of the road, which immediately generated 2 kilometers of traffic jams.

What measures have been activated and who is managing the situation?

Emergency services and the Catalan Traffic Service quickly mobilized to control the incident and prevent further circulation complications. The priority is to secure the area and minimize the impact on mobility, although congestion is already significant.

Local impact and context of the closure

How does this closure affect residents and drivers?

The 2 km traffic jam mainly affects the daily movements of residents and transporters who use the AP-7. This jam can lengthen travel times and cause discomfort in the connection between the Costa Daurada and other points in the province and the Valencian Community.

Is it common for incidents like this to occur on the AP-7?

The AP-7 is a road with very heavy traffic, and it is not uncommon for trucks or other vehicles to experience mechanical problems or accidents. However, a tire fire is an unusual event that can quickly complicate circulation.

Advice for affected drivers and incident monitoring

What can drivers trapped in the traffic jam do?

The recommendation is to remain calm, follow the instructions of emergency services, and avoid risky maneuvers. It is also useful to check updates from the Catalan Traffic Service to know the situation’s evolution and plan alternative routes if possible.

Where can the latest news about the incident be found?

Updates can be followed through the official social network of the Catalan Traffic Service, which has been promptly informing about the road’s status and the measures being taken to restore normality.

All in all, a clear example of how a simple mishap like a burned tire can turn a key highway into a stress point for thousands of drivers. Maybe you are there right now, or you know someone who has been trapped. Either way, we must wait for the services to resolve it soon.

Rapid and effective management of this type of incident is key to preventing traffic from worsening and to reducing the impact on local mobility.

Stay tuned to the information and, if possible, avoid passing through the AP-7 at L’Ametlla de Mar until the closure is lifted.

Source of the article: Catalan Traffic Service