Multiple people have been rushed to hospital via air ambulance after a "serious" collision on the M6 motorway.

The crash occurred on the northbound carriageway at M6 Thelwall Viaduct, junction 21 Warrington.

Emergency services rushed to the scnee during rush hour after being alerted to the crash at 7.48am this morning.

The collision is said to have involved two HGVs, a white Ford Zetec and a white Ford Kuga.

National Highways said in a statement: "There's now nearly a 90 minute delay northbound and 45 minutes south."

"Traffic is being diverted via the exit & entry slips," it added.

"Emergency services are still on scene.

"There's an hour and a half delay on approach. Please consider alternative routes."