M6 Crash Causes Severe Easter Delays, Lane Closed Near Preston
M6 Crash Sparks Severe Easter Traffic Delays

M6 Crash Sparks Severe Easter Traffic Delays

Motorists embarking on Easter getaways are encountering severe delays due to a serious crash on the M6 motorway. Emergency services are currently at the scene on the northbound carriageway between Junction 32 for Preston and Junction 33 for Lancaster South.

Traffic Disruption Details

National Highways North West has reported that one lane is closed following the collision, resulting in delays of approximately 30 minutes on the approach to the incident. This disruption is causing significant tailbacks, with queues extending onto the M61 northbound towards Chorley.

The timing is particularly problematic as thousands of drivers are hitting the roads for the Easter bank holiday weekend, exacerbating congestion in the area.

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Official Updates and Advice

In an official statement, National Highways North West confirmed: "#M6 northbound between J32 (#Preston) and J33 (#LancasterSouth) lane 1 is closed following a collision. There are currently delays of 30 minutes on the approach."

Authorities are urging motorists to plan alternative routes or allow extra travel time to mitigate the impact of these delays.

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