A fire involving a HGV caused the closure of the M62 between Junctions 8 and 9 today.

The blaze, which started in a trailer of the HGV, was tackled by two fire engines from Warrington and one engine from Birchwood.

Police closed the motorway for more than an hour, but reopened it at around 4pm. Motorists are being advised to find alternative routes as heavy delays are expected.

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