Lane closures and extended delays likely after M65 crash

There are likely to be extended delays on the M65 after a crash.

The crash, on the westbound carriageway between junction 4 and 3 around the Tockholes area, is thought to have happened at around 8.14am this morning (24 March).

Police warned that the motorway will be affected for some time while the road is made safe.

Blog Preston has contacted Lancashire Constabulary for more information.

A spokesperson for police said: “We want to update you and let you know that there has been a road traffic collision affecting junction 4 to junction 3 westbound on the M65 which may result in lane closures.

“We anticipate that the motorway will be affected for some time whilst we make sure the road is safe and assess the situation as we are currently on scene working with the Highways Agency.

“In the meantime, we’d recommend looking for an alternative route, and avoiding the area, leaving plenty of extra time to get to your destination.”

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