THERE has been a crash on the M5 near Bridgwater.
The crash happened at around 4pm between J23 and J24 on the M5.
Two lanes of the M5 were closed while police were dealing with the incident and motorist faced two miles of queing traffic.
#Somerset Approx 2 miles of queuing traffic approaching J23 near #Bridgwater. One lane closed while we help @ASPolice deal with a collision pic.twitter.com/mMzWBnGHbJ
— Highways England (@HighwaysSWEST) May 28, 2017
Highways England also attended the incident and have now confirmed that all lanes on the M5 have reopened.
All lanes are clear on the #M5 btwn J23 + J24 following a single vehicle collision. Delays are easing, thanks for your patience.
— Highways England (@HighwaysSWEST) May 28, 2017
A spokesman for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue said: "Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports of a road traffic collision at the above location.
"Two fire appliances from Bridgwater and one from Burnham On Sea were mobilised to this incident.
"Upon arrival crews confirmed a one vehicle road traffic collision with all persons free and clear of the vehicle prior to the arrival of fire service personnel.
"Three casualties were treated at the scene by ambulance personnel."
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