M27: All lanes reopen and delays clearing near Southampton Airport following crash

Drivers are being warned of four miles of queues following a collision on the westbound carriageway. Credit: National Highways South East

Update: 12:15pm

All lanes on the M27 have now reopened following a crash this morning. (Wednesday 8 February)

National Highways South East say delays are clearing and traffic is returning to normal.

Drivers are being warned of long delays on the M27 westbound following a serious crash.

There are currently four miles of tailbacks following the incident near Junction 5 for Southampton Airport on Wednesday morning.

Hampshire Roads Policing teams are at the scene.

There are heavy delays stretching back to Junction 7 for the A334 at Hedge End.

Four miles of queuing traffic is being reported. Credit: National Highways South East

Drivers are warned to avoid the area if possible and find alternative routes.

A spokesperson for National Highways South East said three lanes of four are closed because of a collision.