Update - 5:21pm the M6 between junctions 32 and 33 has now been fully reopened in both directions.

 

 

Traffic has been stopped on a busy Lancashire motorway following a crash involving a truck full of sheep. 

Sheep have been spotted in both carriageways of the M6 between junctions 32 for the M55 and junction 33 for Lancaster.

National Highways have warned motorists that they are working to reopen the carriageways as soon as possible.

A spokesperson said: "Traffic has been stopped on the M6 in both directions between junction 32 for the M55 and junction 33 for Lancaster due to a collision involving a vehicle transporting sheep.

"The sheep are being transferred to another vehicle."

Police have advised motorists that they are working as quickly as possible to get drivers moving again.

A spokesperson for the police said: "Good afternoon all, Please be aware we currently have a closure on the M6 between junctions 32 and 33 in both directions due to sheep in the carriageway.

"We're working to reopen this as soon as possible. Many thanks for your patience."