M6 chaos: Motorway shut after multi-vehicle crash near Preston
A multi-vehicle collision on the M6 northbound near Preston has brought traffic to a halt as emergency services rush to the scene.
The M6 northbound motorway is currently closed between junction 30 (M61) and junction 31 near Preston following a collision involving multiple vehicles.
The incident, which took place this morning, has drawn a swift response from emergency crews who are attending to the scene.
Traffic has come to a standstill with delays reaching up to 45 minutes for drivers approaching the area. Police are advising motorists to avoid this stretch of the M6 if possible or seek alternative routes to prevent further congestion.
Lancashire Police confirmed the crash occurred at 11:52am and involved three cars and two vans. The collision resulted in minor injuries and required the closure of all three northbound lanes to facilitate emergency work and clear the wreckage.
Authorities have asked anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have captured footage to contact them via 101, referencing log 521 dated 30th July, to assist with their investigation.