Tanker

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 somerset traffic congestion tanker accident closure delays emergency highways

A major incident on the M5 in Somerset has left drivers stranded for hours in severe traffic congestion, with many lacking access to basic necessities like food and water. The closure was triggered by a collision between a … Read More

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 tanker crash motorway traffic closure emergency transport congestion delays

The M5 motorway was closed for nearly 12 hours after a serious tanker crash caused major disruption. The accident led to significant traffic congestion, with some drivers trapped in stationary queues for much of the day. … Read More

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 tanker crash traffic closure delay emergency investigation roadsafety motorway

The M5 motorway was closed for 12 hours following a serious tanker crash, causing significant disruption for motorists. The incident, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in extensive traffic jams, with some drivers … Read More

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 crash tanker oilspill traffic delays emergency cleanup collision highway

A serious crash involving a tanker and a car on the M5 has resulted in delays exceeding five hours. The incident led to a significant oil spill, further complicating cleanup efforts and traffic management. Emergency crews …

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 burnham-on-sea accident tanker car oilspill closure traffic emergency cleanup

The M5 motorway near Burnham-on-Sea has been closed after a collision involving a tanker and a car resulted in a significant oil spill. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene to manage the accident and contain the …

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 tanker accident cornwall a39 collision emergency roadclosure traffic police recovery

A tanker lorry overturned during a crash on the A39 in Cornwall, causing significant disruption and trapping the driver inside the vehicle. The accident took place near the Carnon Gate roundabout, close to Devoran, resulting … Read More