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🕐 Last verified 16 Feb, 19:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM62
DirectionEastbound
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedMon 16 Feb, 18:38
Cleared19:05
Lasted26 min
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather⛅ Partly cloudy
ReferenceREF-2210019

Times are UK time.

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M62 eastbound between J24 and J25 | Eastbound | Accident

Location : The M62 eastbound between junctions J24 and J25 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Cleared.

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What happened on the M62 on 16 Feb 2026?

Crash on the M62 eastbound J24 to J25, reported at 18:38 UK time on Mon 16 Feb. Cleared at 19:05.

How long did it last?

26 min, from 18:38 UK time on Mon 16 Feb.

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