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M5 Southbound Closed Between J24 and J25 After Serious Crash in Somerset

Police say a single-car crash is likely to keep the stretch shut into late morning.

Overview

  • The southbound carriageway between Bridgwater (J24) and Taunton (J25) remains closed Sunday after an overnight crash.
  • Avon and Somerset Police said the collision involved a blue BMW and a woman was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  • National Highways released trapped drivers, reopened the northbound side, and set a signed diversion via the A38 and A358.
  • Police crash-scene investigations are ongoing at the site and officials expect the southbound lanes to stay shut for several hours.
  • The closure on this key motorway is likely to push drivers onto local roads, adding time to morning trips across Somerset.