All lanes are currently closed on the freeway heading east between junction seven for Bowdon and junction six for Wilmslow Street. A lane has also been closed on the freeway heading west, according to Transport for Greater Manchester.
Drivers are asked to find a different route. Delays increase in the event with traffic queues displayed on highway cameras.
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A tweet posted by TfGM stated: “M56 between J7 and J6. All lanes closed to the east.
“One lane closed to the west. This is due to a vehicle fire.
“Look for an alternative route and give extra time for your trip. Follow @HighwaysNWEST for updates.”
Highways England said: “The # M56 is closed eastward between J7 and J6 near #Manchester Airport due to a vehicle fire. More details follow.”
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All lanes are currently closed on the freeway heading east between junction seven for Bowdon and junction six for Wilmslow Street. A lane has also been closed on the freeway heading west, according to Transport for Greater Manchester.
Drivers are asked to find a different route. Delays increase in the event with traffic queues displayed on highway cameras.
READ MORE: Four injured and a woman taken to hospital as emergency services called for a crash
A tweet posted by TfGM stated: “M56 between J7 and J6. All lanes closed to the east.
“One lane closed to the west. This is due to a vehicle fire.
“Look for an alternative route and give extra time for your trip. Follow @HighwaysNWEST for updates.”
Highways England said: “The # M56 is closed eastward between J7 and J6 near #Manchester Airport due to a vehicle fire. More details follow.”
Follow our live blog below for the latest updates on this incident.
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