Lorry 'crashes through central reservation' of M65 near Blackburn
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The crash occurred on the westbound carriageway near junction 4 (Earcroft Interchange) at approximately 4.50pm today (November 16).
One lane was closed in both directions following the smash as well as the entry slip road on the eastbound carriageway.
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Hide AdThe slip road was reopened at approximately 5.05pm but the lane closures remained in place due to "extensive barrier damage".
"As a result of the collision...there are delays of 33 minutes above normal, with 3.8 miles of congestion on approach," a spokesman for National Highways said
"Eastbound, traffic is flowing more freely - with 11 minute delays and 3.5 miles of congestion."
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