A multi-vehicle collision on the M5 in Devon has caused a standstill in traffic this morning. The incident occurred between Cullompton and Honiton, resulting in long tailbacks in all three lanes and a significant emergency services response.
According to reports, at least two individuals have sustained injuries in the crash. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed their presence at the scene and stated that the southbound carriageway between Junctions 28 and 29 was closed for emergency services to manage the situation.
Drivers have been advised to seek alternative routes as delays are currently over an hour and a half. Although the collision has been cleared and all lanes are now open, residual delays are still present.
National Highways mentioned that the emergency response involved various agencies, including South West Ambulance Service and Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. The southbound carriageway remains closed to facilitate safe operations, with no estimated time for the road to reopen.
Images from the scene depict the air ambulance on-site, emphasizing the severity of the incident. Witnesses reported multiple vehicles involved in the crash, prompting a swift and coordinated emergency response.
Traffic cameras captured the aftermath of the collision, illustrating the extensive congestion near the crash site. Inrix, a traffic monitoring site, highlighted the closure of the M5 Southbound due to the accident and advised motorists to avoid the area if possible.
As the situation unfolds, authorities continue to investigate the extent of the crash while working to restore normal traffic flow on the affected stretch of the M5.