This morning, the M56 motorway experienced major traffic disruptions due to a car fire that left two lanes closed. The incident occurred between junctions six for Hale Road and seven for Bowdon in Greater Manchester, causing extensive queues and frustrating delays for drivers. Emergency services, including firefighters, were dispatched to extinguish the blaze and manage the situation on the scene where images show the ongoing recovery effort along with thick traffic.

As recovery work progressed, National Highways reported that the incident was expected to be cleared by 11am, with one lane still remaining shut for safety reasons while the burnt-out vehicle was removed. Motorists were warned to expect delays, although later updates indicated that all lanes on the M56 westbound had reopened, signaling a gradual return to normal traffic flow.

The quick response from emergency services and the traffic management teams helped to mitigate what could have been a further escalation in delays. This incident highlights the challenges faced by motorists on busy roadways, and the importance of prompt emergency responses to such occurrences, ensuring safety and minimizing disruptions as much as possible.