Major traffic delays reported on M6 and M62

Traffic flow has been severely impacted by multiple accidents on key motorways.

Major delays reported on M6 and M62 after crashes

Three lanes on the M62 near Manchester are closed after a crash, causing severe delays. Traffic has built up on the eastbound carriageway between junctions 11 and 12. Inrix traffic monitoring service confirmed severe queues are forming. A report from Inrix states that lanes one, two, and three are affected. Additionally, the M6 has experienced a crash involving four vehicles on the Thelwall Viaduct at junction 21. Although traffic was briefly halted, the motorway has since reopened but is still experiencing delays.

The interruptions on the M6 and M62 highlight persistent issues with road safety and traffic management on major routes in the UK. Authorities may need to reconsider strategies to improve traffic flow and ensure quick response to accidents. This incident will likely lead to increased scrutiny on road maintenance and the safety protocols in place. Long wait times can significantly impact drivers’ schedules, exacerbating public frustrations. As traffic safety continues to dominate discussions, one cannot ignore the role of infrastructure investments in preventing these incidents.

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Authorities continue to monitor the situation with updates expected as conditions change.