Heavy goods vehicle overturns on M6 in Cumbria, causing closure, mud spread, fuel spill, and lengthy delays.

The M6 in Cumbria was closed northbound between J39 (Shap) and J40 (Penrith) after a heavy goods vehicle overturned, leading to mud being spread across the carriageway and a large fuel spill. Drivers experienced lengthy delays, and an investigation into the crash is ongoing. Emergency crews and National Highways officers are working to release trapped traffic and clean up the scene.

April 12, 2024
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