M62: Live updates as obstruction on busy motorway near Leeds sparks long delays and traffic queues

Motorists are facing significant delays on the M62 this morning, as traffic has been slowed down to a crawl.

The tailbacks this morning (July 4) have been reported between junctions 26 and 27, turning the drive into a nightmare for commuters.

In a post on X [formerly Twitter], Motorway Traffic Cameras said: “#M62 eastbound between J26 (M606) and J27 (#M621) - Congestion”.

West Yorkshire Police have been approached for comment.

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