Emergency crews rushed to the scene
Emergency crews rushed to the scene (Image: Submitted)
Pictures have revealed the horrifying moment a car burst into flames following a crash on the M62. Emergency crews raced to the scene near Warrington on Sunday (January 18).
The motorway was forced to close at junction nine following the collision involving three vehicles. Both sides were initially shut, with diversions put in place.
The incident was reported at around 3.30pm, with one car bursting into flames after the crash. Dramatic photos show the vehicle fully ablaze on the carriageway with thick plumes of smoke seen billowing overhead.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area by National Highways and make alternative travel arrangements where possible, with the eastbound side of the carriageway expected to be closed ‘for some time’ into Sunday evening.
Plumes of smoke could be seen billowing overhead(Image: Submitted)
A spokesperson for National Highways said: “Following a multiple vehicle collision and subsequent vehicle fire, the M62 eastbound is currently held within J9 for Warrington. All emergency services and Traffic Officers are working at the scene.”
The Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said one casualty was being assessed by paramedics at the scene. Fire crews remained in attendance for around an hour.
A spokesperson said: “Emergency services have been dealing with a road traffic collision involving three vehicles on the M62 eastbound carriageway near Junction 9. One of the vehicles involved in the collision caught fire and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a hose reel jet to extinguish the fire.
Emergency crews closed the motorway after the vehicle erupted into flames(Image: Submitted)
“The motorway was closed in both directions while the fire was being extinguished. Shortly before 16:00 the westbound side of the motorway was reopened.
“Ambulance crews on also at the scene assessing one person involved in the collision. No one was trapped in their vehicle. The eastbound side of the motorway is expected to remain closed for some time.”
Cheshire Constabulary has been approached for a comment.