M62 closures

The M62 has been closed in both directions between junctions 20 and 21 near Rochdale due to a serious accident.

The incident happened at around 11:30am this morning (August 10) and involved a lorry and a car.

The driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the lorry was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

The road is likely to remain closed for several hours while police investigate the incident.

Traffic is being diverted via the A627(M) and the A672.

Motorists are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

Delays are expected on the M62 due to the closure, with motorists advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

The A627(M) and the A672 are likely to be busy as traffic is diverted through these routes.

Motorists are advised to check the latest traffic information before setting off on their journeys.

The incident happened at around 11:30am this morning (August 10) and involved a lorry and a car.

The driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the lorry was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation.

Emergency services are currently at the scene of the accident, including police, fire and ambulance crews.

The motorway has been closed in both directions to allow emergency services to work.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and to allow extra time for their journeys.

The following diversions are in place:

• Traffic is being diverted via the A627(M) and the A672.

Motorists are advised to check the latest traffic information before setting off on their journeys.