MOTORISTS are facing delays after a vehicle fire on the M3.

The incident happened on the southbound carriageway between junction 12 for Chandler's Ford and junction 13 for Eastleigh at about 9.30am.

All lanes of traffic heading southbound are currently being held due to the incident.

A map by travel information service Romanse shows very slow traffic from Eastleigh back towards Winchester, and drivers are advised to check their route before travelling.