M6 Traffic Disruption: Major Spillage Causes 60-Minute Delays and 5-Mile Tailbacks
# M6 Traffic Live: Chaos as Major Spillage Causes 60-Minute Delays and 5-Mile Queues
A significant traffic incident has occurred on the M6 motorway, leading to severe delays for drivers. The situation unfolded in Staffordshire earlier today, as two of the four lanes on the northbound side between Junctions 14 and 15 were closed due to a large spillage and a broken-down vehicle.
Authorities from National Highways West Midlands reported, "2 lanes (of 4) remain closed on #M6 northbound in #Staffordshire between J14 and J15 due to a broken-down vehicle and large spillage. Specialist contractors are enroute to assist with clean up." The initial reports indicate a delay of about 60 minutes, along with a congestion of up to five miles on the approach.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while cleanup operations are underway. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.