MOTORISTS faced delays on the M62 near Warrington after a multi-vehicle collision led to lane closures on one of the region’s busiest stretches of motorway.
According to the latest updates from National Highways, traffic remains clow on the M62 westbound between Junction 12 (Eccles) and Junction 11 (Birchwood) after emergency services and traffic officers dealt with the aftermath of the incident.
Traffic backed up on the approach to the affected section, with drivers experiencing slower journey times through the Warrington area.
No details have yet been released regarding the number of vehicles involved or whether anyone has been injured.
Traffic monitoring services are reporting congestion on the approach to Junction 11, with knock-on delays also affecting connecting routes around Birchwood and the M62/M60 corridor.
Earlier National Highways said traffic officers worked alongside the emergency services to clear the incident as quickly and safely as possible.
Drivers planning to travel through the area are advised to check the latest traffic information before setting off and allow additional time for their journeys.
