The M6 has been closed in both directions after a lorry overturned , sparking traffic chaos for commuters this Monday morning.

Emergency services raced to the scene of the crash in Cumbria between J41 for Wigton and J42 for Carlisle South.

Cumbria Police said the crash happened at about 3:43am this morning and that it involved an HGV and a Vauxhall Corsa.

08:35 Anders Anglesey

Diversion route - southbound

Drivers travelling southbound were advised to follow solid square symbols on road signs:

Exit the M6 southbound at J42 and at the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A6.

At the roundabout take the 4th exit onto the B5305.

Continue on the B5305 back to the M6 J41 and at the roundabout take the 1st exit to rejoin the M6 southbound to continue your journey.

08:25 Anders An

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