Traffic building after 'six-vehicle' crash on M6 near Preston

Long delays have been reported on the M6 following a multi-vehicle collision near Preston this afternoon (July 1).

By Sean Gleaves

Published 1st Jul 2021, 17:44 GMT

Updated 1st Jul 2021, 17:48 GMT

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Traffic was temporarily held on the southbound carriageway between junctions 31A (Haighton Interchange) and 31 (Samlesbury Interchange) at around 4.50pm.

Highways England initially closed two lanes following the crash, but all vehicles have now been moved to the hard shoulder.

60 minute delays have been reported in the area and motorists have been warned congestion remains on the approach.

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