Traffic Alert: Delays on M6 after diesel and battery acid spillage

There are long delays on the M6 southbound between Junction 16 and Junction 15 (Stoke-on-Trent) due to an earlier crash.

The crash, which involved two lorries has resulted in a large diesel and battery acid spillage.

All emergency services have left the incident and the lanes remain closed for recovery and carriageway repairs.

Delays are currently in excess of one hour above normal journey times with around six miles of congestion.

Last updated: 12:20

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