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🕐 Last verified 21 Feb, 17:25

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM5
DirectionSouthbound
RegionWest Midlands
CountyWorcestershire
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedSat 21 Feb, 15:59
Cleared17:25
Lasted1h 25m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-7792263

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M5 J8 southbound access | Southbound | Accident

Location : The M5 southbound entry slip at junction J8 . Lane Closures : Lane two is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 18:30 and 18:45 on 21 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:30 and 18:45 on 21 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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Is the M5 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 17:25 UK time on Sat 21 Feb. See the M5 right now.

What happened on the M5 on 21 Feb 2026?

Crash on the M5 southbound at J8 in Worcestershire, reported at 15:59 UK time on Sat 21 Feb. Cleared at 17:25.

How long did it last?

1h 25m, from 15:59 UK time on Sat 21 Feb.

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