National Highways teams are on site and have shut the carriageway due to flooding. A gulley sucker is on its way to clear the water and get traffic moving again.

Traffic Chaos: Diversion in Place

Drivers Forced onto Local Roads

Traffic is being diverted through local routes, so expect delays ahead.

If your journey takes you this way, leave extra time or consider changing your route. Better to be safe than stuck!

For live updates, visit trafficengland.com, check travel apps, or follow the regional Twitter feed. You can also call the 24/7 hotline on 0300 123 5000 for the latest info.

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