A serious crash on the M5 northbound in Gloucestershire has led to a full closure of the motorway between junction 14 (Falfield) and junction 13 (Stroud) this morning. The incident occurred around 5:30 am when a vehicle left the carriageway, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
National Highways confirmed that Gloucestershire Police and Traffic Officers are at the scene managing the situation. Due to the severity of the crash, a police investigation is underway, and the closure has been in place for several hours.
Motorists travelling northbound through this section are being diverted along an alternative route marked by solid triangle signs on road signage. Drivers are strongly advised to allow additional time for their journeys and exercise caution while following the diversion.
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Traffic trapped within the closure zone is gradually being released as authorities work to manage the flow. For updates or assistance, National Highways can be contacted on 0300 123 5000.
The road closure and investigation remain active as authorities continue to handle the incident.