Severe disruption hit the morning commute on the M6 motorway north of Birmingham on Thursday, 5th December 2025, following a serious collision. The incident, involving an overturned car, led to significant lane closures and lengthy delays during the peak rush hour period.
Crash Details and Emergency Response
The crash occurred on the M6 northbound carriageway between Junction 4a (for the M42) and Junction 5 (for Castle Bromwich/Castle Vale). A car overturned, coming to rest by the central reservation. All emergency services, including Traffic Officers from National Highways, were immediately deployed to the scene.
Their primary focus is the safe and swift removal of the overturned vehicle, with recovery services already arranged and en route. The situation is being treated as a live, breaking incident.
Major Travel Disruption for Commuters
The collision has had a severe impact on traffic flow. Three out of the four lanes on the northbound carriageway have been closed, with National Highways West Midlands confirming the specific closure of lanes 3 and 4.
This has resulted in heavy congestion and severe tailbacks for motorists approaching the scene. Officials from National Highways reported that drivers were facing delays of approximately 55 minutes, adding nearly an hour to journey times.
Impact on Key Birmingham Routes
The closure affects a critical artery for morning traffic heading towards areas including Castle Bromwich and Sutton Coldfield. The blockage of three lanes during the busiest travel period has severely restricted the flow of vehicles, causing widespread disruption across the regional road network.
Traffic Officers continue to manage the scene to ensure the safety of all road users while recovery work is underway. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes where possible and allow considerable extra time for their journeys until the incident is fully cleared.
