A coach carrying Manchester City fans burst into flames on the M6 near junction three on March 22, 2026. The incident occurred as the coach was en route to the Carabao Cup final at Wembley, leading to significant travel disruption for supporters.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers or the driver. Passengers were evacuated safely before firefighters arrived at the scene, ensuring everyone’s safety during the emergency.
Traffic was brought to a standstill due to the fire, prompting a closure of the M6 Toll southbound between T4 (Weeford) and T2 (Coleshill). Emergency services, including the Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service, quickly attended to the situation.
Ridley Coaches, the operator of the affected coach, confirmed the incident, stating, “We can confirm an incident occurred involving one of our coaches on the M6 Toll southbound earlier today.” They also reassured that “All passengers and the driver were safely evacuated with no injuries.”
As a result of the fire, passengers were transferred to replacement coaches to continue their journey to Wembley, allowing them to reach the match on time despite the disruption.
The National Highways reported, “The M6 Toll in Warwickshire is closed southbound between T4 (Weeford) and T2 (Coleshill) due to a coach fire,” highlighting the impact of the incident on traffic flow in the area.
While the situation was managed effectively, it served as a reminder of the potential hazards associated with travel, especially during major events like the Carabao Cup final.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the cause of the fire, but authorities are likely to investigate the incident further to ensure safety measures are reinforced for future travel.