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Hour-Long Delays After M62 Reopens Near Huddersfield Following Multi-Car Crash

National Highways says all lanes are now open between J22 and J23, with heavy residual queues after an early-morning collision.

Overview

  • Traffic was held eastbound and two lanes were shut westbound between J22 (Rishworth Moor) and J23 (Huddersfield) following the crash around 7am.
  • The collision involved at least four cars, according to National Highways updates.
  • All lanes reopened by about 7.30am after vehicles were moved to the hard shoulder.
  • Delays of up to an hour were reported in both directions, with several miles of congestion.
  • INRIX and local media are providing live updates as queues gradually ease on the affected stretch.