M5 traffic: 'Serious crash' sparks long tailbacks on motorway
There are miles of tailbacks after the lorry overturned and crashed across the central reservation.
www.bbc.comI don’t have live updates right now, but I can share the latest context on M5 junctions 30 and 31 delays based on recent reports.
- A typical cause of delays in this area includes incidents or roadworks between junctions 30 (Exeter area) and 31 (A38/Okehampton turn-off), which often lead to rolling congestion on approach roads and detours through local routes. For example, oil spills or collisions have previously caused multi-mile queues and hour-plus delays near Exeter, with recoveries and lane closures extending the disruption.[1][3]
- National Highways and local traffic services usually issue live travel advisories when incidents occur, noting expected delays (often 30–60 minutes or more) and advising alternative routes or travel times, especially during peak periods or when works are planned overnight. Recent coverage highlights how quickly closures can be followed by reopenings but with lingering congestion in surrounding areas.[7][1]
If you’d like, I can:
- Monitor for the very latest updates and summarize any new incidents or closures affecting J30/J31.
- Pull together travel tips for avoiding delays, including alternate routes and best times to travel.
- Provide a quick, at-a-glance status table if you’re planning a specific trip (ETA, expected delays, and suggested alternatives).
Would you like me to check for the most current status and give you a concise update for your planned travel window? I can tailor the tips to your starting point in Dallas or elsewhere if you’re coordinating with others traveling to the UK.