A collision on the M60 clockwise carriageway in Greater Manchester has brought traffic to a standstill between junction 16 at Clifton and junction 17 at Prestwich. Emergency services are at the scene, and vehicle recovery and clear-up operations are underway.
Traffic Stopped and Delays Reported
National Highways North West confirmed the incident via social media, stating: "Traffic stopped on the #M60 in #GreaterManchester clockwise between J16 #Clifton & J17 #Prestwich due to a collision. Vehicle recovery and clear up works are underway. Currently delays of 20 minutes with 2 miles of congestion on approach."
Drivers are advised to expect significant delays and to seek alternative routes if possible. The exact time of the crash and details regarding injuries have not yet been released.
Impact on Commuters
The M60 is a major orbital motorway around Manchester, and this disruption is causing chaos for evening commuters. With recovery works ongoing, the congestion is expected to persist for some time. Motorists are urged to remain patient and follow instructions from emergency services.
