A major stretch of the M6 motorway in Staffordshire has been forced to close following a serious crash in the early hours of this morning. The incident, which left a car overturned on its roof, has prompted a full closure of the southbound carriageway.
Emergency Response and Closure Details
The collision occurred on the M6 southbound between junction 16 for Crewe and junction 15 for Stoke-on-Trent. All emergency services, including Staffordshire Police, are currently at the scene dealing with the aftermath of the severe smash.
National Highways Traffic Officers are also present, assisting with traffic management. Due to the severity of the incident, the road will remain closed for some time, with drivers being diverted away from the motorway.
Major Traffic Disruption Expected
Motorists are facing significant delays as traffic is being diverted onto the A500 through Stoke-on-Trent. This key route into the industrial city is already experiencing slow-moving conditions as it absorbs the extra volume of traffic from the motorway.
The timing of the closure is particularly problematic, likely to cause chaos for two key groups today. Christmas shoppers heading into the area and football fans travelling to see Port Vale host Bristol Rovers in Burslem are set to encounter severe travel disruption.
Ongoing Situation and Advice
The crash happened overnight, with emergency crews working through the early morning. Drivers are strongly advised to avoid the area entirely if possible and to plan for extensive journey delays.
For the latest updates on this ongoing incident, including when the M6 southbound might reopen, follow live traffic news. Commuters and travellers are urged to check their routes before setting off.
