M55 Accident Near Kirkham: Westbound Lane Closure Causes Delays of More Than 30 Minutes

A crash on the westbound M55 between Junctions 2 and 3 near Kirkham caused lane closures and delays exceeding 30 minutes on November 4, 2026.

M55 Crash Disrupts Traffic Between Junctions 2 and 3

Motorists travelling towards Kirkham and Blackpool experienced significant delays after a collision disrupted the westbound carriageway of the M55 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

The incident occurred between Junction 2, near Edith Rigby Way, and Junction 3 at Kirkham. The crash resulted in a spillage on the motorway, prompting a temporary lane closure while National Highways teams arranged for the affected carriageway to be treated.

The disruption affected drivers travelling away from Preston, with queues forming as traffic passed through the reduced road space.

Lane Closures and Delays Reported on the M55

The collision was first recorded at approximately 6:08 p.m. National Highways traffic data showed restrictions between Junctions 2 and 3, with the hard shoulder and lane one closed during the response.

Traffic monitoring updates later recorded substantial congestion around the affected section. Some reports indicated delays of more than 30 minutes, with one update showing delays approaching an hour.

The reported spillage required attention before the affected section could return to normal use. The disruption was particularly inconvenient for motorists travelling from Preston towards Kirkham and Blackpool during the evening journey period.

M55 Traffic Returns to Normal After Incident Clears

The incident was recorded as cleared at approximately 8:08 p.m. on November 4, after lasting just under two hours. This indicates that the temporary restrictions were eventually lifted.

Although traffic conditions subsequently improved, the incident highlighted how a collision and the resulting carriageway treatment can disrupt journeys on an important motorway connection.

Investigation and Injury Information

The available traffic records confirm a collision on the westbound M55, but they do not establish how many vehicles were involved or whether anyone was injured.

The supplied report says Blog Preston contacted Lancashire Constabulary for further information. No confirmed explanation of the crash or additional police findings is included in the material reviewed.

Key Details of the M55 Incident

Disclaimer

This report concerns the November 4, 2026, motorway incident, not a current crash on November 5. National Highways traffic-feed records confirm a collision and its approximate duration, while details about the vehicles, injuries and precise cause have not been established in the sources reviewed.