M5 | Somerset | Lane Restrictions | Long Delays 60 minutes

The M5 currently has long delays of at least 60 minutes between J25 and J24 near Taunton, covering several miles of the northbound carriageway. The delays are due to a road traffic collision with lanes 2 and 3 (of 3) closed. Highways England has resources deployed working hard to restore normal conditions as soon as possible.

For traffic approaching the delays locally, you are advised to expect disruption with extra journey time and you may wish to re-route or delay your journey.  

If travelling towards this area from further afield, you may wish to consider an alternative route, allow extra travel time and follow guidance from our on-road variable message signs and media.

Further incident information is available from Highways England by visiting our www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via our @HighwaysSWEST regional twitter feed. Our 24/7 contact centre team is also available to provide up to the minute information on 0300 123 5000.