A major crash has forced the complete closure of the M6 motorway near Knutsford in the early hours of this morning, causing significant disruption for drivers.
Emergency Response at the Scene
Cheshire Police are currently on the scene of the incident, which occurred close to the slip road for the popular Knutsford service station. The collision was reported in the early hours of Tuesday, December 30.
National Highways North-West confirmed the closure, stating there is currently no access to the M6 in Knutsford between Junction 18 for Middlewich and Junction 19 for Northwich. All lanes remain shut while emergency services deal with the aftermath of the accident.
Road Closure and Travel Advice
The closure is expected to cause long delays for morning commuters and holiday traffic. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes where possible.
National Highways, which manages England's motorways, has deployed resources to the location to assist with traffic management and the investigation. The exact nature of the collision and the number of vehicles involved has not yet been disclosed by authorities.
Ongoing Situation and Updates
This remains a live incident. Recovery and investigation work is ongoing, and the road is expected to remain closed for some time. Motorists planning to travel in the Cheshire area this morning should check for the latest traffic updates before setting out.
Further information regarding the condition of those involved or the estimated time for the motorway to reopen is awaited from Cheshire Police and National Highways. Updates will be provided as more details emerge from the scene.
