M1 southbound reopens after overturned lorry causes delays

Highways England and emergency services have removed the vehicle.

Two lanes were closed earlier today after a lorry left the carriageway.

Highways officers then opened all but one lane and the entry-slip at junction 22 southbound.

Highways England said at 10:45 am:

‘UPDATE: M1 J22 is now fully open.’

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said:

‘Accident on the M1 motorway junction 22 to 21a southbound.

A very challenging job this morning, a joint effort by Coalville, Western and Southern fire station.’

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© Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
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© Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
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