A crash has caused significant traffic disruption on the M5 in Gloucestershire. The incident occurred early on Wednesday, December 31, 2023, around 06:00 local time, leading to the closure of one lane. The affected area is located southbound from Junction 13 (A419 Stroud) to Junction 14 (B4509 Thornbury/Falfield).
According to traffic monitoring service Inrix, “One lane closed due to accident on M5 Southbound from J13 A419 (Stroud) to J14 B4509 (Thornbury / Falfield). Traffic is coping well.” Despite the lane closure, reports indicate that traffic is flowing relatively smoothly in the surrounding areas.
Authorities are managing the situation as recovery efforts are underway. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while approaching the affected section of the motorway. Drivers are encouraged to stay updated through local traffic reports and to plan alternate routes if necessary.
As the day progresses, further updates will be provided regarding the status of the M5 and any changes to traffic conditions. If you have information or images related to the incident, please share them safely with local news outlets.
