M56 shut near Manchester Airport after major crash as car on fire and emergency crews swarm scene

THE M56 has been shut near a major airport following a multi-vehicle crash causing one car to catch fire. Emergency services have rushed to the M56 in Cheshire near Manchester Airport and closed the road eastbound between J7 Bowden Interchange and J6 Hale Four Seasons Interchange. The road was shut early this morning as the crash caused one car to overturn and another to become engulfed in flames. Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, and paramedics from North West Ambulance Service have raced to the scene. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! There is currently two miles of congestion with those heading to Manchester Airport advised to allow extra time for their journey. A national highways spokesperson said: “The M56 eastbound between J7 and J6 near Manchester Airport is being closed following a two-car collision. “One of the cars has overturned. The other car has caught fire. “Current delays of 20 mins on approach and two miles of congestion.” More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun.