The M6 in Lancashire remains closed southbound between J33 near Lancaster and J32 near Preston following a fatal crash involving a heavy goods vehicle which occurred shortly before 11:30 yesterday morning. The Heavy Goods Vehicle collided with the central reservation barrier, overtunred and came to rest on its side on the northbound carriageway. Lancashire Police collision investigation has been completed.
Complex recovery, clear up works and barrier repairs continue at the scene. The northbound carriageway was also closed, however a lane 3 closure is in place. Diversion Route Road users are advised to follow the hollow diamond diversion route: Exit the M6 at J33 (Lancaster South) At the roundabout take the first exit at A6 Garstang, Blackpool, Fleetwood Follow the A6 southbound through Garstang, Bilsborrow, Barton, Broughton to M55 J1 (Broughton) Take the first roundabout exit for Birmingham M6 Follow the M55 to re-join the M6 J32, heading south towards Birmingham.