M6 closed southbound in West Midlands after van fire and 'significant' diesel spillage
Motorists have faced 60-minute delays on the approach after a van fire and diesel spillage
The M6 in the West Midlands is closed southbound due to a van fire and diesel spillage, with 60-minute delays on the approach.
A spokesperson for National Highways said: “The M6 in the West Midlands is closed southbound between J6 (Gravelly Hill Interchange) and J5 (near Castle Bromwich) following a van fire and a significant diesel spillage, with closures implemented at 4pm to allow emergency services and contractors to treat the road surface and recover the vehicle.”
Motorists were warned of delays of 60 minutes on the approach and are advised to follow the diversion route laid out by road signs in the area.
In an update just after 5pm National Highways West Midlands said: “The road remains closed. Traffic caught within the closure is being released in lane 4.
“There are delays of 30 minutes on the approach.”
Diversion route:
At Salford Circus (Junction 6) take the exit to A5127 southbound, then continue along the A5127 to its junction with B4137 Cuckoo Road. Motorists can then take the B4137 eastwards and continue to its junction with the A47 Heartlands Parkway.
After that, take the A47 eastbound Heartlands Parkway/Fort Parkway. Then at the junction of the A47 and A452, take the exit to A452 south, Chester Road to Junction 5 of the M6.
Emergency services have been contacted for further information.
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