Commuters faced travel chaos on Tuesday afternoon as a significant multi-vehicle collision brought a section of the M60 motorway near Manchester to a grinding halt.
The incident, involving several cars, occurred on the clockwise carriageway between Junction 11 for the A57 (Eccles) and Junction 12 for the M602, a key route for drivers heading into Salford and Manchester city centre. Emergency services, including police and ambulance crews, were swiftly dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and assist those involved.
Severe Tailbacks and Growing Delays
The aftermath of the crash resulted in severe congestion, with traffic queues stretching back for miles. Drivers were warned to expect long delays and to allow for considerable extra journey time if travelling in the area. National Highways officially confirmed the incident and the resulting delays, advising motorists to seek alternative routes if possible.
Traffic monitoring systems showed stationary vehicles and average speeds dropping to virtually zero along the affected stretch. The congestion also had a knock-on effect on surrounding A-roads as sat-nav systems diverted other drivers off the motorway, causing localized gridlock.
Ongoing Recovery Efforts
Recovery vehicles were called to the scene to clear the damaged cars and work towards reopening all lanes. However, the process was expected to take some time, with disruptions likely to continue well into the evening rush hour. Motorists were urged to exercise patience and caution while passing the scene once lanes began to reopen.
For the latest travel updates, drivers were advised to check live traffic apps and listen to local radio bulletins before setting out on their journeys.
