M6 Closed Following Serious Truck Accident

The M6 motorway in Lancashire is closed in both directions between Junctions 32 and 33 following a severe accident involving a truck that crashed into the central reservation and overturned. Emergency services are on-site managing the situation, and the closure is expected to last for several hours, causing significant disruption to travel, especially into Preston. Traffic was temporarily held at around 11:30 AM due to the incident, leading to heavy congestion in the area. Lancashire Police have thanked commuters for their patience as they work to clear the scene. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and allow extra travel time due to the ongoing disruption. Additionally, another collision on the M6 northbound near Birmingham is causing major delays, further complicating travel in the region.