M65 traffic updates after crash causes long delays near Blackburn
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The accident led to long delays and miles of queuing traffic in both directions whilst police and Highways attended the scene.
Traffic was stopped for around 10 minutes between junctions 5 for Guide and 6 for Whitebirk, and a second closure was in place westbound from junctions 3 to 2.
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Hide AdThe scene has now been cleared and restrictions have been lifted. Traffic is now easing.
The latest update from traffic monitor INRIX says: "Traffic easing, accident cleared and restrictions lifted on M65 Westbound from J3 A674 Chorley Road (Blackburn West / Wheelton / Walton) to J2 M61 J9 (Clayton Brook)."
Earlier this morning, the AA warned of significant delays for those travelling along the motorway.
It said: "Severe delays of 32 minutes and delays increasing on M65 Eastbound between J3 A674 Chorley Road (Blackburn West / Wheelton / Walton) and J6 A6119 Whitebirk Drive (Blackburn / Whitebirk Roundabout). Average speed 10 mph."
Lancashire Police has not said whether anyone was reported injured at this stage.