M6 northbound closed after lorry overturns between junctions 36 and 39
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One of the lorries involved has overturned and come to rest on its side, blocking all lanes. A large spillage has also been confirmed following the crash shortly after 5am.
Cumbria Police, fire, ambulance services and National Highways traffic officers are in attendance.
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Hide AdNational Highways expect the northbound motorway to remain shut for some time.
A spokesman said: “The closure is expected to be in place for several hours following a collision involving a van and heavy goods vehicle which has overturned.
"We're working at the scene and clear-up and recovery is being arranged.”
Diversions are in place but delays are building on approach.
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Hide AdPictures from the scene show the overturned lorry blocking the carriageway, as well as a white van that has been badly damaged in the crash.