M60 and M62 Motorway Chaos: Multi-Vehicle Crashes Cause Severe rush Hour Delays
Significant traffic disruptions are impacting commuters in Greater Manchester this morning following separate incidents on the M60 and M62 motorways. Drivers are facing extensive delays as emergency services work to clear the scenes and investigate the causes of the collisions.
M60 Collision Creates Three-Mile Backup
A multi-vehicle collision on the M60 motorway has brought traffic to a standstill during the peak of the morning rush hour. According to National Highways North West, the incident occured at approximately 07:00 GMT near junction 25 for the A560 Crookilley Way on the clockwise carriageway.
The agency warned that congestion stretches back approximately three miles, with traffic building between junctions 26 and 27. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and seek choice routes. The nature and extent of the vehicle damage, and any potential injuries, remain unclear at this time.
Did you know?-Motorway collisions often increase during peak hours due to higher traffic volume and reduced following distances. Drivers should always allow extra space and reduce speed in congested conditions.
M62 Westbound Lanes Closed Following Separate Crash
further compounding the travel difficulties,a separate crash on the M62 motorway has resulted in the closure of two lanes on the westbound carriageway.The incident, reported at approximately 07:20 GMT, occurred between junction 12 for the Eccles Interchange and junction 11 for Birchwood.
The lane closures are expected to exacerbate congestion on the M62, adding to the already challenging conditions for commuters. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the vehicles involved or the severity of the incident.
Pro tip:-Before traveling during rush hour, check real-time traffic conditions using apps like Waze or Google Maps. Planning ahead can help you avoid major delays and find alternative routes.
Travelers should monitor real-time traffic updates from National Highways and local news sources for the latest information. The situation is evolving, and delays are likely to persist throughout the morning commute. As of 09:00 GMT, National Highways reported that all lanes have reopened on the M60 following the clearance of debris and vehicle recovery. Minor delays remain. On the M62, one lane remains closed, but traffic is flowing. Police confirmed that the M62 incident involved two commercial vehicles and a passenger car. Minor injuries were reported, and investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the collisions.Both incidents are now under control, and normal traffic flow is expected to resume by mid-morning.
