M6 Grinds to a Halt: Five Miles of Traffic and 40-Minute Delays After Two-Vehicle Crash
A major motorway has come to a standstill, causing significant disruptions for commuters. The M6 northbound in Cheshire has been closed due to a crash, resulting in a 40-minute delay and 4.5 miles of congestion. Two out of the three lanes are currently closed between Junction 19 (Knutsford) and Junction 20 (M56).
National Highways: North-West confirms that traffic officers are on the scene, and a recovery vehicle is en route. They report a 40-minute delay on the approach, with 4.5 miles of queuing traffic. Inrix, a travel service, also confirms the closure of lanes two and three, with queueing traffic due to the accident.
Photos of the scene show vehicles lined up, highlighting the extent of the disruption. This incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of our transportation infrastructure and the potential for sudden delays, even on major highways.
