Motorway misery as crash closes part of the M61
By Emma Downey
Published 27th Jan 2024, 16:41 GMT
Two lanes on the M61 have been shut with motorists urged to avoid the area.
Lancashire Police are urging motorists to avoid the M61 after a crash has caused two lanes to close.
They said: "Please be aware that due to a Road Traffic Collision on the M61 southbound between junctions 9 to 8, lanes 1 & 2 are currently closed."
They asked motorists to find an alternative route and avoid the area where possible.