The M60 in Greater Manchester is closed in both directions this morning as police deal with a serious incident. The motorway is shut between junction 17 Whitefield Interchange and junction 18 Simister Interchange.
Emergency services at the scene
National Highways said the ambulance service, the fire service and its own crews are in attendance, with the incident led by Greater Manchester Police.
A statement from the agency reads: "The M60 in Greater Manchester is closed in both directions between J17 Whitefield Interchange (Whitefield, Prestwich A56) and J18 Simister Interchange (Leeds, Rochdale M62; Bury, Burnley M6)."
Delays of 30 minutes
"Greater Manchester Police are dealing with an incident. North West Ambulance Service, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue and National Highways have units also attending," the statement adds.
There are delays of 30 minutes on approach.
