A MAJOR motorway was closed on Monday night after a horror crash, sparking two miles of delays for drivers.
The M6 was shut in the southbound direction between junctions 17 and 16 following the “serious collision” at around 7pm in Cheshire.
Cops and ambulance services remain at the scene – as drivers are directed away via a diversion.
National Highways has reported approximately two miles of congestion on approach to the closure, with Traffic England reporting queues going back to junction 19 (Knutsford).
All four lanes were shut, with disruption expected to last until 9.30-9.45pm.
A National Highways spokesperson said: “The M6 in Cheshire is closed southbound between J17 (Sandbach) and J16 (Crewe) due a serious collision.
“Cheshire Police, North West Ambulance Service and National Highways Service providers are in attendance.
“On approach to the closure, delays are likely.”
In a further statement, they added: “Trapped traffic is currently being released via lane 4 (of 4).
“There is congestion of approx. Two miles on approach to the closure.”
A Cheshire Police spokesperson said: “The M6 is currently closed in the southbound direction between J17 (Sandbach) and J16 (Crewe) as officers respond to an incident.
“North West Ambulance Service and National Highways Service providers are also in attendance and significant delays are likely.
“Motorists are advised please allow extra time when traveling and to find alternate routes where possible.
“Thank you for your patience this evening.”
Drivers have been urged to call 0300 123 5000 for updates.
[boxout headline=”Diversion details”]- Exit the M6 at J17
- At the end of the slip road turn right on to the A534
- Follow the A534 towards Crewe
- At the Crewe Green Roundabout take the second exit on to the A5020 University Way
- Follow the A5020 on to David Whitby Way
- At the Weston Gate Roundabout with the A500 take the first exit
- Follow the A500 Shavington Bypass eastbound on to Alsager Road and continue to the M6 J16
- At the roundabout take the fourth exit to re-join the M6 southbound
