How long are the delays on M5 in Somerset after it was closed southbound after a serious collision?
The M5 in Somerset has been closed southbound between J22 (Burnham on Sea) and J23 (Puriton).
Following an earlier collision, the M5 in Somerset has been closed southbound between J22 (Burnham on Sea) and J23 (Puriton). It was closed due to a serious collision involving a HGV (a fuel tanker) and a car. As a result, a large diesel spill and nearside barrier damage has been confirmed.
Motorists have been advised to follow the Solid Diamond diversion symbol on road signs. They have also been advised to exit the M5 at J22 then take the A38 (Bristol Road). They should then continue on the A38 southbound then take the A39 (Down End). Motorists will then be able to re-join the M5 J23 southbound.
Six hours ago, the National Highways: South-West shared an update on X and wrote: “The #M5 in #Somerset is closed southbound between J22 #Edithmead and J23 #Puriton due to a traffic collision.
“All emergency services are on scene dealing.
“There are currently no delays against expected travel times.”
An hour ago, they gave a further update and said: “Long delays on the #M5 southbound between J22 #Edithmead and J23 #Puriton following an earlier incident involving a fuel tanker.
“The carriageway remains closed while vehicle recovery is ongoing.”
The latest update reads: “Severe delays in excess of 2 hours 30 minutes on the #M5 southbound between J22 #Edithmead and J23 #Puriton following an earlier incident involving a fuel tanker.
“Resufacing and barrier repairs are required.
“Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”
In response one person wrote: “The #M5 will not be open until early evening, surely?”
National Highways: South-West replied and said: “Hello, thank you for your message. There is currently no confirmed reopening time soon. Fuel is being transferred from the damaged tanker to a replacement tanker soon. We will post updates on our page as soon as information becomes available.”