M18 closed between Thorne and the M62 following crash

Credit: National Highways
The accident took place between junctions 6 and 7 of the M18 in South Yorkshire. Credit: National Highways

The M18 in South Yorkshire has been closed following a collision between two vehicles.National Highways said the accident took place at 11.30am today between junction seven for the M62 and junction six for Thorne. The incident left the northbound carriageway blocked. The southbound carriageway was closed.Emergency services are at the scene and diversions are in place.