Overview
- The closure is in place between junctions 42 and 43 after a light goods vehicle hit the central reservation shortly after 11:30 GMT.
- Cumbria Police, ambulance crews and an air ambulance attended, and traffic is held southbound to support the medical response.
- National Highways has directed drivers to follow the Hollow Circle diversion via the A6 and A69 to rejoin at J43.
- AA Traffic News has reported delays of up to 97 minutes, with long queues building near the closure.
- Authorities say scene work is focused on the medical incident rather than collision investigation, enabling a quicker reopening once safe.