M60 Crash Causes Major Delays in Greater Manchester

0:00On March 11th, drivers on the M60 anti-clockwise hit major delays this morning after a crash between Junction 18 as Simister Island and Junction, 17 at Press Witch and Y Field on March 11th. All traffic came to a complete stop around 755 with cues stretching far back. Earlier this week, backups reached past Junction 19 on the M62 Westbound at Haywood and drivers joining from the M61 Southbound at Swinton. After change, face 20 minute waits, heavy traffic built up on the M60 in both directions near the scene. Many commuters reported frustration over the standstill, which disrupted morning rush hour commutes across greater Manchester. The closure added extra time to journeys on nearby routes like the M62 and M61. Lanes have since reopened, with the crash vehicle moved to the hard shoulder, allowing traffic to flow again by 822. Still, long cues linger around Simister Island and Heaton Park.

1:01Officials urge drivers to check live updates and use alternate routes while conditions improve in the area.