M5 Exeter LIVE: A Police-Led Incident Causes Major Disruptions on the Motorway
The M5 motorway has been closed in both directions between junctions 31 (Shillingford Abbot) and 30 (Exeter) due to a police-led incident, causing significant disruptions for commuters and travelers. The incident, which has not been publicly disclosed, has led to the road being shut down without an estimated time for reopening.
This closure has resulted in multiple diversion routes being implemented by National Highways, depending on the direction of travel and destination. Motorists are advised to carefully follow the provided routes to navigate around the affected area.
The A38 westbound and A30 westbound are accessible from the M5 southbound, while the A38 eastbound and A30 eastbound are accessible from the M5 northbound. Diversion routes for these directions are detailed below:
M5 Southbound to A38 Westbound:
- Exit at J30 and take the third exit onto the A379.
- Remain on the A379 to join the A38.
M5 Southbound to A30 Westbound:
- Exit at J30 and take the third exit onto the A379.
- At the roundabout with the B3123, take the fourth exit onto Bad Hornburg Way.
- Continue on to the B3123 Hennock Road Central.
- At the second roundabout, take the first exit onto B3123 Alphin Brook Road.
- At the next roundabout, take the second exit onto Trusham Road.
- Turn left onto Marsh Barton Road.
- Turn left onto the A377 and continue to Alphington Interchange to join the A30 westbound.
A38 Eastbound to M5 Northbound:
- Exit onto the A379 northbound.
- Continue north on the A379, straight across three roundabouts.
- Join the M5 northbound at J30.
A30 Eastbound to M5 Northbound:
- Exit A30 at Alphington Interchange onto the A377.
- Turn right onto Marsh Barton Road.
- Follow Marsh Barton Road and turn right onto Trusham Road through Marsh Barton.
- Turn left onto B3123 Alphin Brook Road.
- At the next roundabout, turn right onto the B3123 Hennock Road Central.
- Continue on to B3123 Bad Hornburg Way.
- At the roundabout with the A379, take the first exit.
- Follow the A379 across two roundabouts.
- Join the M5 northbound at J30.
A30 Eastbound to A38 Westbound:
- Exit A30 at Alphington Interchange onto the A377.
- Turn right onto Marsh Barton Road.
- Follow Marsh Barton Road and turn right onto Trusham Road through Marsh Barton.
- Turn left onto B3123 Alphin Brook Road.
- At the next roundabout, turn right onto the B3123 Hennock Road Central.
- Continue on to B3123 Bad Hornburg Way.
- At the roundabout with the A379, take the third exit.
- Follow the A379 westbound to join the A38 westbound.
A38 Eastbound to A30 Westbound:
- Exit onto the A379 northbound.
- At the first roundabout, take the second exit onto B3123 Bad Hornburg Way.
- Continue on to the B3123 Hennock Road Central.
- At the second roundabout, take the first exit onto B3123 Alphin Brook Road.
- At the next roundabout, take the second exit onto Trusham Road.
- Turn left onto Marsh Barton Road.
- Turn left onto the A377 and continue to Alphington Interchange to join the A30 westbound.
This incident highlights the critical role of police presence in maintaining road safety and the potential for unexpected disruptions on major transportation routes. As the investigation unfolds, further details may be released, and the road may be reopened once the situation is deemed safe.
In my opinion, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the potential impact of police-led incidents on daily commutes and travel plans. It also underscores the need for efficient diversion routes and clear communication during such disruptions.
