M6 closed in Staffordshire after lorry overturns

The northbound M6 between junctions 14 and 15 is closed after a lorry overturned, spilling diesel and prompting repair work.

M6 motorway closed in Staffordshire after overturned lorry

The M6 northbound between junctions 14 and 15 is closed after a lorry overturned, hitting barriers and spilling diesel onto the carriageway. The incident occurred around 22:30 BST on Friday. There were no injuries reported, and authorities say resurfacing and repair work are taking place.

The closure is expected to last through most of the morning, disrupting travel for local commuters and freight movements as crews clear the scene and address the spill.

This incident shows how quickly a single accident can shut down a major route and trigger a chain of follow-up work, from barrier damage assessment to diesel cleanup. The lack of injuries is a relief, but the cleanup burden and road repairs will stretch into the morning and affect nearby communities. It also highlights the pressure on local transport networks to provide timely updates and alternatives when highways are blocked.

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Authorities will monitor the scene and provide updates as work progresses.