M5 West Midlands closed in both directions for welfare incident, causing delays and congestion.

The M5 in the West Midlands was closed in both directions due to a welfare incident, causing significant delays between J1 for West Bromwich and the M6. The closure lasted from 11:30 am until just before 1:55 pm, leading to congestion and delays of up to an hour. National Highways West Midlands and West Midlands Police advised motorists to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. The incident was resolved by mid-afternoon, and traffic began to ease.

March 21, 2024
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