There are significant delays on the M5 near Bristol Airport due to a police incident, resulting in the closure of the motorway in both directions near Avonmouth. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes as there are delays of 65 minutes northbound and 20 minutes southbound. The closure affects the M5 between junctions 18 and 19 southbound, and from junction 21 to junction 18 northbound.
National Highways has reported that the closure on the M5 in Somerset is due to an incident led by Avon & Somerset Police. Southbound traffic is being redirected, causing delays of up to 60 minutes in both directions. Some drivers have expressed frustration at the lack of communication during the nearly 2-hour standstill on the M5.
Normal traffic conditions are not expected to resume until 11:30 pm, according to National Highways. Commuters are advised to monitor updates and plan accordingly.
