Midnight Sun Mining Corp. has announced initial drilling results from its Dumbwa Target that confirm the presence of a mineralized sulphide copper system at depth. The Vancouver-based company reported intercepts including 0.51% copper over 39.7 metres, with a higher-grade section of 1.13% copper over 7.0 metres, along with 0.48% copper over 25.9 metres. These early results come from drill holes DBW-25-003 and DBW-25-007, located approximately 500 metres apart along the target's structure.

The drilling program is designed to test geological models and develop understanding of the host structure for copper mineralization across the entire approximately 20-kilometre strike-length of the Dumbwa Target. Hole DBW-25-003 intercepted 0.48% copper over 25.9 metres and 0.29% copper over 5.2 metres in shear zone controlled mineralization. Visual observations noted malachite and chalcopyrite beginning at 6 metres depth, with nearly continuous copper sulphides observed for over 150 metres.

Hole DBW-25-007, situated south of the first intercept, returned 0.51% copper over 39.7 metres including the high-grade 1.13% copper over 7.0 metre section, along with 0.33% copper over 23.0 metres. Both holes demonstrate shear-zone controlled mineralization, providing early confirmation of the copper system's potential. The company emphasized that these intervals are based on drilling measurements and represent relative rather than true widths.

At this preliminary stage of exploration, Midnight Sun's initial results successfully validate the copper mineralization model for the Dumbwa Target. The consistent mineralization across multiple drill holes separated by significant distance suggests potential for a substantial copper system. The company continues its drilling campaign to further define the extent and quality of mineralization along the target's substantial strike length.

A major fire involving a car transporter carrying nine electric vehicles has forced the complete closure of the M5 motorway in Devon, causing significant traffic disruption during Wednesday morning's rush hour. The blaze erupted at approximately 7am between junctions 28 at Cullompton and 29 near Exeter, prompting emergency services to shut the critical transport artery in both directions. Motorists reported being trapped in standstill traffic for hours, with some forced to cancel or postpone work commitments due to the extensive delays.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the transporter was "fully involved" in fire, with five fire appliances and a water bowser deployed to battle the intense blaze. Photographs and footage from the scene showed thick black smoke billowing from the incident, with fierce orange flames engulfing both the transporter and its electric vehicle cargo. One witness reported hearing explosions during the incident, though authorities have not confirmed the cause of these sounds.

National Highways, Devon and Cornwall Police, and multiple emergency services remain on scene coordinating the response. The closure has resulted in delays of approximately 30 minutes on approaches to the affected stretch of motorway. Authorities have implemented diversion routes, with southbound traffic directed to exit at junction 28 and northbound traffic at junction 29, though police are advising motorists to avoid the area entirely due to significant traffic issues.

National Highways has not provided an estimate for when the M5 will reopen to traffic. The agency advised road users to allow extra journey time and consider rerouting or delaying travel plans. The incident highlights the growing challenges of transporting electric vehicles and the potential fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries, though the exact cause of this particular fire remains under investigation by authorities.