Live M6 traffic updates as motorway closed after crash sees lorry overturn in Lancashire
The M6 motorway is closed in Lancashire following a crash that has seen a lorry overturn this morning (Tuesday, September 2). The northbound carriageway is shut to traffic between Junction 34 and Junction 35, with all emergency services at the scene. The closure was first reported at 2.26am, with a fuel spillage reported as a result of the incident and a diversion route in place.
Lancashire Police says the driver involved was taken to hospital for treatment to rib and arm injuries. Never miss a story with the MEN's daily Catch Up newsletter - get it in your inbox by signing up here[1] A force spokesperson said: "We were called at 2.26am today to the northbound carriageway of the M6 between junctions 34 and 35, to a report of a road traffic collision.
"Our officers attended and found that an HGV had overturned and collided with the central reservation. No other vehicle was involved. "The driver of the HGV suffered arm and rib injuries and was taken to hospital.
"It is anticipated that the northbound carriageway will be closed for some time while resurfacing and repair work takes place. One lane of the southbound carriageway is closed. "Anyone who witnessed the collision, please contact 101, quoting log 0095 of September 2."
Join our Traffic and Travel WhatsApp group HERE[2] A National Highways spokesperson added: "The M6 in Lancashire is closed northbound between junction 34 (near Halton, Lancaster) and junction 35 due to an overturned lorry and fuel spill. "Lancashire Police and North West Ambulance Service are in attendance.
National Highways Traffic Officers are on scene to assist with traffic management." Meanwhile, traffic has also been affected by a van fire at junction 31, near Preston.
A van fire on the M6 near junction 31 (Image: Daniel Cornwell)A police spokesperson said: "We currently have a road closure in place, due to a van fire, on the M6, junction 31 northbound slip road. "The slip road is likely to be closed for some time, whilst our highways and fire services attend to this incident.
"Please make sure you make alternative routes when travelling this morning, and we will keep you updated on any changes throughout the day." Join our Traffic and Travel WhatsApp group HERE[3] This is an ongoing incident.
The Manchester Evening News will bring you further updates as they become available.