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What happened

The M56 in Greater Manchester is closed in both directions between J2 Sharston Interchange (Wythenshawe, Altrincham A560 (M60)) and J5 Airport Interchange (Manchester Airport Terminals 1 & 2) due to a collision which occurred circa 19:30.

RoadM56
SeveritySevere
StatusCleared
DirectionBoth directions
Started21:51, 17 Oct 2026
Cleared23:26, 17 Oct 2026
Lasted1h 34m

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