A crash on the M62 motorway in England caused significant traffic disruption on the morning of Thursday, October 22, 2026, with motorists warned to expect delays of up to 40 minutes.
According to a live traffic update published by The Bolton News, the collision was reported on the eastbound carriageway of the M62 between Junction 11 at Birchwood and Junction 12, where the motorway connects with the M60.
Motorists travelling through the affected section were advised to prepare for longer-than-usual journey times as traffic delays developed following the incident.
The crash was reported during the morning commute, potentially affecting road users heading towards the M60 junction and other destinations across Greater Manchester and the surrounding areas.
As of the 7:28 a.m. update, details about the vehicles involved and the circumstances surrounding the collision had not been confirmed in the report. Information about any injuries was also unavailable.
The Bolton News said further details would be provided as they became available. Motorists were urged to remain alert, allow extra time for their journeys, and monitor traffic updates before travelling through the affected area.
The incident highlights the disruption that motorway collisions can cause during busy morning travel periods. Further information about the crash, including its impact on traffic and when conditions might improve, was awaited.