Trailer catches fire on A7 motorway, causing long traffic jam

A showman's trailer caught fire on the A7 motorway near Westhausen, Germany, leading to a full closure and significant delays. The driver detached the burning trailer, preventing damage to the towing vehicle, with no injuries reported. The fire, caused by a technical defect, resulted in an estimated €80,000 in damage and created a long traffic jam due to dense smoke.