Warning issued to motorists as M62 near Leeds shuts again
The M62 will be closed again from 8.30pm tonight 🚗
Thousands of motorists are being warned to expect diversions as a key stretch of motorway near Leeds closes again.
National Highways will shut a key section of the M62 westbound near south Leeds tonight.
The closures will take place on M62 westbound at junction 29 (Lofthouse) to junction 28 (Tingley) .
What is happening?
The M62 motorway will be closed westbound, between junction 29 (Lofthouse) and junction 28 (Tingley), between the exit and entry slip roads to allow maintenance work to take place.
National Highways has warned there will be carriageway and lane closures for structures maintenance works
The crucial route will be closed from 8.30pm on Friday, June 5, to 6am on Monday, June 8.
What diversion routes are in place?
Official diversion routes:
- M1 → M621 → A6110 → A653
What has National Highways said about the closure?
Motorists are being urged to plan ahead, and check the latest information as closures can change at short notice.
While the work has been planned for one of the drier times of the year, it is weather dependent and may need to be rescheduled due to poor conditions.
The order came into force on May 28 and can remain in place for up to 18 months if required, although the works are expected to be completed much sooner.