Update 2:55 pm:
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All northbound lanes of the Hume Motorway are now open at Berrima after being closed due to a bushfire.
The diversion via the Old Hume Highway has been lifted.
Motorists should continue to exercise caution and drive to the conditions.
Earlier:
The Hume Highway has been closed in a northbound direction due to a grass fire.
The NSW RFS is on the scene.
The incident which occurred at 1:34 pm in Berrima is now under control.
A spokesperson for the fire control centre said that the grass fire had been contained.
Firies on the ground received aerial assistance to help bring the fire under control.
Diversions are in place via Mereworth Road and Old Hume Highway. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and exercise caution.