The M62 is closed in Greater Manchester today following a crash and a fire. The collision, which has been described as serious, took place on the westbound carriageway at Junction 19, near Heywood. at about 11.45pm last night. The air ambulance attended the scene yesterday. Parts of the motorway, between Junction 20 and 19, reopened overnight. However police continue to investigate in the Junction 19 area.

At 5.30am, National Highways said: "The M62 remains closed westbound between the exit and entry slips of J19 Heywood in GreaterManchester. @NWmwaypolice have nearly completed recovery and contractors are standing by for the clean up and repair operation that will likely extend into the morning peak."

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