M65 traffic updates as all traffic held westbound towards Preston and M6 after crash this morning
The crash is causing delays for those heading towards Preston, the M6 and M61 this morning...
All traffic has been stopped on the M65 westbound after a crash this morning.
Emergency services are at the scene and traffic is being held from junction 4 (Darwen/Blackburn South) to junction 3 (Blackburn West/Wheelton). Diversion routes are in place - see below...
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National Highways said the collision involved ‘several vehicles’, with motorists passing the scene counting six damaged vehicles.
Lancashire Police are currently in attendance and National Highways Traffic Officers are assisting with traffic management.
It’s not clear whether there are any casualties at this stage. Lancashire Police were approached for comment.
A spokesperson for the force said: “We anticipate that the motorway may be closed for a short amount of time while assess the situation, but please be aware that this collision is likely to cause delays in the surrounding areas.
“We'd recommend looking for alternative routes whilst travelling if possible, and we will update you once we know more.”
Diversion routes
Road users travelling westbound are advised to follow the hollow square diversion symbol on road signs.
- Exit M65 J4 westbound
- At M65 J4 roundabout, follow Earcroft Way.
- At Earcroft Way/A666 Junction, turn right and follow the A666 northbound Bolton Road for approx. 1.4 miles
- At A666/A6062 roundabout, take the 2nd exit and follow the A6062 westbound Livesey Branch Road for approx. 2.2 miles
- At A6062/A674 roundabout, take the 1st exit and follow the A674 westbound Preston Old Road/Moulden Brow for approx. 0.7 miles
- At A674/A6061 Junction turn left and follow the A674 southbound Finnington Lane for 0.5 miles
- At A674 M65 Junction 3 Roundabout, re-join the M65 at J3 eastbound.
More to follow...