Drivers on the M62 faced major delays on Saturday after flooding forced the closure of the eastbound carriageway between junctions 11 and 12. National Highways closed two of three lanes in the early hours following days of heavy rain that left the ground saturated, causing water to spill across the road.
The closure, in place since around 3am, led to three miles of congestion on the approach. Motorway cameras showed water covering the hard shoulder as engineers worked to clear the floodwater amid continuing rain.
The AA reported long queues on the M62 and heavy congestion on the M60 near the affected junction. The disruption is believed to have caused severe delays for Manchester United fans travelling to Old Trafford for an early kick-off match against Tottenham Hotspur.
National Highways warned drivers to expect long delays and advised caution on approach. No reopening time has been announced.
