Live updates as M6 closed in both directions after lorry overturns between Leyland and Standish
By Sean Gleaves
Published 30th Aug 2024, 15:23 GMT
Updated 30th Aug 2024, 20:21 GMT
Long delays were building after a serious crash closed the M6 in both directions between Leyland and Standish.
The collision occurred between junctions 27 (Shevington) and 28 (Leyland) at around 2pm on Friday.
The motorway was subsequently closed in both directions while emergency services worked at the scene.
An air ambulance also responded to the incident.
A spokesman for National Highways said: “Delays of at least 50 minutes above normal travel time.”
Delays were also building on the M55 eastbound and M61 northbound as motorists attempted to join the M6.
Diversions were subsequently put in place as delays grew.