M5 shut after multi-vehicle crash in foggy Devon Somerset border
M5 shut after multi-vehicle crash in fog on Devon border

A stretch of the M5 on the Devon Somerset border is shut following a multi-vehicle crash on Sunday evening (November 8). The collision took place on the southbound carriageway between junction 26 for Wellington and junction 27 for Tiverton.

National Highways confirmed that emergency services have been called to the scene. They are reporting delays of around 45 minutes on the approach to the scene.

Foggy Conditions Across the South West

The crash comes as dense fog hits the South West region. Motorists have been warned to take care with their journeys and plan ahead where necessary.

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Traffic Stopped After Crash

Traffic was stopped after a crash on the M5. National Highways: South-West said on social media: "#M5 in #Devon has traffic stopped southbound between J26 #Wellington -J27 #Tiverton due to a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services are on scene. Delays in excess of 45 minutes on the approach."