A MAJOR motorway is closed this morning after a serious crash between several vehicles, prompting rush hour chaos.

A HGV crossed over from the eastbound carriageway to the westbound side of the M54 in Shropshire.

A dark, grainy overhead view of a multi-lane highway at night, with several cars whose headlights and taillights are visible.National Highways said the HGV has been “righted” and the traffic trapped in the motorway closure is being let out Nighttime traffic camera view of a highway with car headlights visible.The M54 is closed this morningCredit: National Highways

Emergency services scrambled to the scene, with National Highways managing traffic.

The two eastbound lanes are closed because of the “extensive barrier damage”.

National Highways said the HGV has been “righted” and the traffic trapped in the motorway closure is being let out.

However the westbound carriageway will stay closed for emergency repairs.

There are currently delays of 15 minutes.

What diversions are in place?

  • Exit M54 at Junction 2 Westbound take 3rd exit onto A449 Northbound.
  • Continue on A449 Northbound until Gailey roundabout with A5, take 1st exit onto A5 Westbound
  • Continue on A5 Westbound until roundabout with A41, take 1st exit onto A41 Southbound
  • Continue on the A41 Southbound to M54 Junction 3.
  • At M54 Junction 3 take 3rd exit onto M54 Westbound.

Eze Chidiebere Paul

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