A collision on the M6 near Birmingham caused delays of more than 30 minutes for motorists on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred between junction 6 for the A38 and junction 7 for the A34, leading to long queues and slow-moving traffic.
Details of the Incident
National Highways reported that the crash involved two vehicles and happened on the northbound carriageway. Emergency services attended the scene, and the road was partially blocked while they worked to clear the vehicles. Traffic was held briefly to allow for a safe recovery operation.
According to National Highways, delays peaked at around 35 minutes, with congestion stretching back several miles. Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes if possible, as the disruption was expected to last until late morning.
Impact on Travel
The collision caused significant disruption for commuters and other road users. One driver told BirminghamWorld: "I was stuck in traffic for nearly 40 minutes. It was frustrating, but I'm glad no one was seriously hurt." The delays also affected local roads as drivers attempted to divert, causing additional congestion in surrounding areas.
National Highways confirmed that all lanes were reopened by 10:30 AM, but residual delays continued for some time afterward. No serious injuries were reported, and the vehicles were recovered without further incident.
