All traffic stopped on major motorway as long queues build after crash
Traffic is "blocked" on a stretch of the M62 this morning, following reports of a crash. All traffic is currently being held on the eastbound side of the motorway, according to traffic alert service Inrix. Cars are held between junction 11 for Birchwood to junction 12 for the Eccles Interchange.
TL;DR
- Traffic is completely blocked on the M62 eastbound between J11 (Birchwood) and J12 (Eccles Interchange).
- The closure is due to a crash reported around 6:45 am.
- Motorists are experiencing long delays, with approximately 40 minutes added to travel times.
- National Highways reports five miles of congestion approaching the scene.
- Greater Manchester Police and Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are responding.