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🕐 Last verified 16 Feb, 11:55

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM60
DirectionClockwise
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedMon 16 Feb, 09:04
Cleared11:55
Lasted2h 50m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather🌦️ Light drizzle
ReferenceREF-1776498
Views103

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What National Highways say

M60 clockwise between J25 and J26 | Clockwise | Accident

Location : The M60 clockwise between junctions J25 and J26 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 15:00 and 15:15 on 16 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 15:00 and 15:15 on 16 February 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. Previous Reason : Following an earlier accident.

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Is the M60 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 11:55 UK time on Mon 16 Feb. See the M60 right now.

What happened on the M60 on 16 Feb 2026?

Crash on the M60 clockwise J25 to J26, reported at 09:04 UK time on Mon 16 Feb. Cleared at 11:55.

How long did it last?

2h 50m, from 09:04 UK time on Mon 16 Feb.

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