EIGHT vehicles were involved in a crash including two HGVs which blocked the M40 northbound.

The incident happened at 3pm yesterday (January 11) just before junction six. Crews from High Wycombe, Thame and Slade Park attended as well as crews from South Central Ambulance Service, Thames Valley Police and Highways England.

Despite significant damage, no-one was significantly injured but two dogs were taken to the vets by Thames Valley Police for checks due to possible injuries.

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The carriageway was reopened in part after around an hour to clear blocked traffic.

Drivers have now been warned about travelling in wet and winter weather. The fire service urges people to concentrate and make sure vehicles are roadworthy.

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This story was written by Gee Harland. She joined the team in 2022 as a senior multimedia reporter.

Gee covers Abingdon, Didcot, Wallingford and Wantage.

Get in touch with her by emailing: gee.harland@newsquest.co.uk

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