A serious incident has forced the closure of a major motorway in East Riding of Yorkshire, causing significant disruption for Friday morning traffic.
Crash Forces Full Westbound Closure
The M62 motorway is currently closed westbound between Junction 35 at East Cowick and Junction 34 near Whitley. The shutdown, which began on Friday, January 9, was necessitated by a collision that resulted in substantial debris and an oil spill across the carriageway. Emergency services, including Humberside Police, were swiftly dispatched to the scene to manage the situation.
Air Ambulance Lands on Motorway
In a dramatic response highlighting the severity of the incident, an air ambulance was called to the location. To facilitate its landing, the eastbound carriageway was temporarily blocked. All eastbound lanes have since been reopened, but the westbound closure remains in effect as recovery and clean-up operations continue. National Highways traffic officers are assisting with traffic management around the closure.
Ongoing Disruption and Travel Advice
This remains a live incident, with drivers strongly advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. Delays are expected on surrounding roads as traffic is diverted. Authorities have stated that further updates will be provided as the situation develops and the clear-up progresses.
