The M6 motorway is closed to traffic in North Staffordshire following a crash tonight (Monday, October 5). The southbound carriageway is shut between Junction 16 (Stoke-on-Trent/Crewe) and Junction 15 (Stoke-on-Trent).
Closure details and delays
The closure was first reported at around 10.40pm. The number and type of vehicles involved in the incident have not been confirmed at this stage. Delays are building in the area.
A National Highways spokesperson said: "The M6 southbound near Stoke-on-Trent is currently closed between J16 and J15 following a multiple vehicle collision. All emergency services are working at scene. Current delays of 10 mins and 1 mile of congestion on the approach."
Traffic data and impact
Inrix, the traffic data company, said: "M6 Southbound blocked due to accident from J16 A500 (Stoke-on-Trent / Crewe) to J15 A500 D Road (Stoke-on-Trent)."
Motorists are advised to expect delays and seek alternative routes while emergency services work at the scene.
