Two lanes are closed on the M6 southbound this morning after a crash, causing heavy queues for motorists.
Traffic monitoring service Inrix reports that the accident happened just after 6.30am on the M6 southbound from junction 22 in Newton-le-Willows to junction 21A at the Croft Interchange in Warrington.
Congestion and delays
Congestion is stretching back to junction 25 at Bryn. Google Maps is also reporting an accident on the M6, with traffic slow on slip roads off the motorway. Live traffic cameras show long queues between junctions 22 and 21A.
The Liverpool ECHO has approached Cheshire Police for comment. Updates on the incident are being provided via a live blog.