A serious crash has caused major disruption on the M6 in Staffordshire this Saturday morning, with drivers facing hour-long delays and queues stretching back six miles. The incident occurred on the northbound carriageway between Junction 15 for Newcastle-under-Lyme and Junction 16 for Crewe, severely impacting those returning home after the Christmas break.
Details of the M6 Collision
Emergency services were called to the scene of a two-car collision on the M6 northbound on the morning of Saturday, December 27. The crash led National Highways West Midlands to close two of the three lanes to allow for a safe response. In a post on social media platform X, the agency confirmed that emergency services were en route to deal with the incident near Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Severe Travel Disruption for Motorists
The lane closures have resulted in significant congestion during a typically busy travel period. Initial reports indicated five miles of congestion with delays of around 45 minutes. However, the situation worsened as the morning progressed. By 11am, delays had extended to approximately one hour, with tailbacks now covering six miles of the motorway. The affected section is a key route for traffic heading from Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire towards Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
Ongoing Situation and Advice for Drivers
National Highways has stated that updates will follow as the situation develops. Drivers travelling in the Midlands are strongly advised to avoid the area if possible or to allow considerable extra time for their journeys. Alternative routes are likely to be heavily congested as traffic seeks to avoid the blocked lanes on one of the country's busiest motorways. This is a developing story, and further information is expected as emergency services work to clear the scene and reopen all lanes.
