M62 Traffic Chaos: Live Updates After Multi-Vehicle Crash and Fire
The M62 eastbound carriageway near Junction 9 in Warrington is currently experiencing severe disruptions following a multi-vehicle crash and a subsequent vehicle fire. Emergency services, including Cheshire Fire and Rescue, are on the scene, and here's the latest information:
- Fire Extinguishment: One of the vehicles involved caught fire, and firefighters used a hose reel jet to put it out. This required the closure of the motorway in both directions.
- Road Reopening: The westbound side of the motorway was reopened shortly before 4 pm. Ambulance crews assessed one person involved in the collision, and thankfully, no one was trapped in their vehicle.
- Eastbound Closure: The eastbound side of the motorway is expected to remain closed for an extended period while the aftermath of the incident is managed.
National Highways has confirmed the eastbound M62 is blocked, and there are severe delays due to recovery work following the vehicle fire at Junction 9, A49 Newton Road. Stay tuned for further updates, pictures, and videos as we bring you the latest on this breaking news story.
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