Police say 23 cars were abandoned — now a group, called ‘A31 fire 9th August 2026 cars left and retrieve car’ has been set up to help those who are seeking to retrieve their vehicles. The admin of the page said: “I have been seeing the news of the A31 fire, there have been lots of cars left and I am sure people are struggling to know what is going on and how to retrieve their cars. “I have created this group to help everyone have one place where they can communicate to understand when they are able to collect their cars. The group set up to help motorists retrieve their cars (Image: Facebook)It has also provided an opportunity for people to share their experience. “All cars look ok and not damaged from a quick look around.