Delays building on M62 in West Yorkshire due to fault with smart motorway

Motorists are being warned of heavy traffic on a stretch of the M62 in West Yorkshire due to a fault with the smart motorway.

The affected area is on the eastbound carriageway from junction 26 for Chain Bar and junction 27 for Gildersome.

Motorists are being warned about congestion on this stretch of the M62placeholder image
Motorists are being warned about congestion on this stretch of the M62

Congestion is reportedly back to junction 24 for Ainley Top.

Drivers are reminded that the hard shoulder is for emergency vehicle use only.

More to follow.

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