HGV crash on M62 causes large diesel spillage and 45 minute delays in rush hour traffic

A crash on the M62 is causing 45 minute delays in rush hour traffic this morning.

The M62 remains closed both ways within J9 for Warrington following a collision involving a HGV which caused a large diesel spillage.

The M62 remains closed both ways within J9 for Warrington following a collision involving a HGV which caused a large diesel spillage. placeholder image
The M62 remains closed both ways within J9 for Warrington following a collision involving a HGV which caused a large diesel spillage. | National Highways

A spokesperson for National Highways North West said: “Contractors on scene are working to clear a large diesel spillage on the carriageway.

“Traffic is being diverted via the entry and exit slip road.”

Motorists are advised to use an alternative route.

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