Imagine being stuck in a sea of red brake lights, inching forward at a snail's pace—that's the reality for drivers on the M62 this morning. But here's where it gets even more frustrating: a single broken-down vehicle has brought miles of traffic to a near standstill, leaving commuters fuming and schedules in chaos. At 8:20 am today (Thursday, February 5), traffic monitoring service Inrix reported that the M62 eastbound is 'partially blocked' due to this incident, causing severe delays between junction 10 at the Croft Interchange and junction 11 at Birchwood in Warrington. Google's live traffic data paints a grim picture, showing nearly five miles of slow-moving vehicles, with delays stretching up to 18 minutes beyond the usual travel time. Traffic cameras capture the frustration, revealing queues that seem to stretch endlessly toward junction 11.
And this is the part most people miss: while National Highways reports a 10-minute delay against expected traffic between junctions 10 and 11, the ripple effects of this disruption are far-reaching. Commuters are not just losing time—they're losing patience. But is this a one-off incident, or a symptom of a larger issue with motorway maintenance and emergency response times? We’ll keep you updated on this unfolding situation through our live blog below.
For the latest updates and breaking news, visit liverpoolecho.co.uk/news. Stay informed with our daily and breaking news newsletter, delivering the biggest headlines, analysis, and videos straight to your inbox. Sign up here.
Follow us on X @LivECHONews or on Bluesky @liverpoolecho.co.uk for real-time updates. And don’t forget to check out our Facebook page theliverpoolecho for must-see news, features, and visuals throughout the day.
Controversial question: Should motorists be compensated for delays caused by incidents like this, or is it simply the cost of sharing the road? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this debate is sure to spark differing opinions!
