A lorry carrying 20 tonnes of prosecco was involved in a collision on the M4 on Monday, causing significant disruption. The incident occurred between junctions 13 and 14 near Newbury and Hungerford, Berkshire, spilling boxes of the Italian sparkling wine across the carriageway.
Thames Valley Police reported that the crash left "significant debris" and "smashed glass throughout" the road. One HGV also had its empty container dislodged. Amazingly, only one person suffered minor injuries.
"Not quite the roadside refreshment anyone had in mind," police said. Recovery of the vehicles was completed by 11:30am, and debris was cleared by 12:56pm. The M4 reopened by 2:20pm after a temporary closure, with diversion routes in place.
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