Shed load is when the contents of a vehicle are not securely fastened and spill out onto the carriageway (Image: Newsquest)
HIGHWAYS officers are currently clearing shed load off the southbound M6 between junctions 39 and 38.
The inside lane is closed while the work is being done.
Shed load is when the contents of a vehicle are not securely fastened and spill out onto the road.
According to to the National Highways website, the event is expected to clear between 12.45 and 1.00 pm today, when normal traffic conditions will resume.
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