One lane of two on the M61 junction from the M6 is now open on the motorway southbound following a collision on Tuesday morning.
The lane between the M6 near Bamber Bridge and J9 M65 on the M61 is now open to motorists however, lane one remains closed for resurfacing which will take place overnight during Tuesday (19 December) evening into Wednesday (20 December).
Diversions are in place following the fuel spillage from the crash which is affecting traffic on the M6 and M65.
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Congestion was building back to the Broughton Interchange on the M6 but as of Tuesday afternoon it’s the section from the Tickled Trout junction at Samlesbury southbound which is mainly affected.
The diversion is:
Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and are advised to make alternative travel arrangements.
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