Crash disruptions on A380 and M5 amid ice

Devon woke up to icy conditions this morning following a mix of snow, sleet, and rain yesterday. With a yellow weather warning for ice in place until 10:30am, the Met Office has cautioned that cold, wet surfaces could freeze overnight, creating hazardous travel conditions across much of the county.

On the A380 southbound, one lane remains closed between the B3195 (Ideford/Combe turn-off) and the A381 Teignmouth Road (Ware Barton Roundabout) due to ongoing crash investigation work.

The incident occurred just after 1:00 am near Newton Abbot. Drivers are advised to expect delays in the area, although Telegraph Hill remains clear despite yesterday's snowfall.

Meanwhile, traffic was temporarily halted on the M5 northbound following a single-vehicle collision between Junction 29 (Honiton/Exeter) and Junction 28 (Cullompton). The crash, reported around 8:40 am, caused significant queuing between Withy Bridge and Budlake, with delays of up to 20 minutes.

Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed no injuries in the incident, and lanes two and three have since reopened. However, congestion remains as the area continues to clear.

Widespread gritting across Devon early this morning aimed to mitigate the risk of icy roads. Some gritters remain active as cold temperatures persist. Authorities urge drivers to exercise caution, as ice may still form even on treated roads.

The Met Office’s yellow warning covers most of Devon, excluding the northernmost and southernmost coastal areas. It also applies to parts of the South West and southern England. Motorists are advised to drive carefully and report any icy conditions or road closures.

Stay tuned for updates on weather and traffic conditions throughout the day.