All traffic on the M6 Northbound is temporarily being held following a multi-vehicle incident on the carriageway on the evening of July 3. The incident occurred between junction 26 (Orrell Interchange) and junction 27 (Standish) near Wigan, according to traffic monitoring services.
The first reports of the incident emerged just before 5pm. By 5:20pm, authorities confirmed that all traffic was stopped due to a multi-vehicle accident. Congestion has built up significantly, stretching back to junction 23 at Haydock, leaving traffic stationary in the area.
Emergency Services at Scene
Traffic cameras show fire service crews are present at the scene, indicating a serious response. Motorists are advised to expect delays and seek alternative routes if possible. This is a live incident, and further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
