Delays on M6 northbound after 'significant diesel spillage’ closes entry slip road near Preston

The entry slip road on the M6 northbound at junction 31 (Samlesbury) was closed at approximately 2.35pm on Wednesday (October 5).

Police said this was due to a “significant diesel spillage” in the area.

“Please avoid the area where possible and we thank you for your patience,” a spokesman for Lancashire Police added.

National Highways said they expected the closure to last “several hours”.

Motorists were subsequently asked to plan their journeys if travelling in the area.