All traffic on the M56 eastbound has been held for over an hour after a vehicle overturned in a collision on the carriageway this morning (July 9).
Details of the Incident
According to traffic monitoring service Inrix, the accident occurred around 10:30am between junction 10 (Stretton) and junction 9 (Lymm Interchange). A vehicle overturned, prompting emergency services to close all lanes.
Traffic has been stationary since the closure, with delays stretching back approximately six miles to junction 11 (Preston Brook/Runcorn East).
Impact and Response
Highways England reported that traffic has been held for over an hour as crews work to clear the scene. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes or expect significant delays.
This is a live incident, and updates will follow as more information becomes available.
