Machinery Breakdown Shuts Major Motorway During Nighttime Roadworks
A significant disruption occurred on the M62 motorway near Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, as machinery broke down during scheduled overnight roadworks. This incident has resulted in severe delays for morning commuters.
Details of the Incident
The breakdown happened on the westbound lane of the M62, specifically between Junction 24, which serves Huddersfield, and Junction 23, for the Outlane Interchange. Recovery efforts are currently underway to remove the malfunctioning plant machinery.
- Motorway: M62
- Location: Near Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
- Closure: Westbound, between Junctions 24 and 23
- Traffic Management: Drivers are being diverted off slip roads to mitigate congestion
- Current Status: Recovery is in progress, but estimated completion time is unknown
Impact on Traffic
As traffic backs up, motorists have been warned to expect lengthy delays in the affected area. National Highways announced the closure, emphasizing that diversions are in place. Drivers are being rerouted using exit and entry slip roads to ease the flow of traffic.
Recent Roadwork Issues on Other Motorways
This incident is not isolated. The M3 also faced emergencies due to urgent bridge repairs. Last night, the M3 was closed westbound between Junction 12 for Allbrook and Junction 13 for Eastleigh.
The M3 is set for additional closures across two weekends later this month:
| Closure Period | Details |
|---|---|
| January 30 – February 2 | Closed from 9pm Friday until 6am Monday |
| February 13 – February 16 | Closed from 9pm Friday until 6am Monday |
These closures are part of the M3 junction nine improvement project, focusing on constructing new roundabout bridge decks.
Motorists are advised to stay updated on traffic conditions and plan alternatives as roadwork disruptions continue to impact major routes across the UK.
