TWO lanes on the M5 are closed due to an overturned trailer.

The M5 southbound between J17 (Cribbs Causeway) and J18 (Avonmouth), lanes 1 and 2 (of 3) are currently closed.

National Highways South West said recovery vehicles are in attendance.

There are approximately five miles of congestion on approach, causing delays of 45 minutes above usual journey times.

This article will be updated as soon as new information are available.

Update

National Highways South West said: "Recovery complete and all lanes reopened on the #M5 southbound between J17 (Cribbs Causeway) and J18 (Avonmouth).

"There is still approx. eight miles of congestion on approach, causing residual delays of 60 minutes above usual journey times."