Manchester Motorways in Chaos: Live Updates on Delays and Diversions
Major traffic disruptions are causing chaos on Manchester's motorways, leaving drivers frustrated and roads congested.
This live blog will keep you informed about the latest incidents and their impact on your journey. But first, let's dive into the details of these unexpected events.
An accident involving an overturned vehicle on the M61 Northbound after junction 6 has forced the closure of one lane, causing traffic to build up around the scene. Traffic monitoring service Inrix reports that drivers are facing significant delays as they navigate past the incident.
And here's where it gets even more challenging: National Highways has confirmed severe delays on the M62 Westbound due to overnight roadworks and a broken-down plant machine. The motorway is closed within junction 24, and drivers are being rerouted, causing further congestion.
But that's not all. The M62 Eastbound is also experiencing its fair share of troubles. An accident has led to queueing traffic from junction 24 to junction 25, adding to the travel woes.
08:09 - Greta Simpson: Traffic is finally easing on the M61 Northbound at junction 6, as the accident has been cleared, according to Inrix. A sigh of relief for drivers heading in that direction.
08:03 - All lanes on the M61 Northbound have reopened at junction 6, but Inrix warns that queues are still present in the area. Meanwhile, the southbound carriageway into Manchester at junction 1 on the M60 is seeing stop-start traffic, with travel times estimated at 30 minutes.
07:54 - The M62 Westbound remains closed this morning, causing severe delays around junction 24 due to a broken-down lorry. Inrix advises that the motorway will stay shut until the vehicle is recovered, and drivers are being diverted via slip roads.
06:53 - John Shammas: National Highways warns of delays of at least 45 minutes on the M62 Westbound due to the ongoing issues. Traffic is being rerouted, but commuters can expect significant hold-ups.
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor the situation and provide you with the latest information. And remember, drive safely and plan your journey accordingly during these challenging times.
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