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Story summary
- A multi-vehicle crash blocked one southbound lane on the M61 in England.
- The collision occurred at 06:09 BST on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
- National Highways reported three miles of congestion between Limbrick and Grimeford Village.
- Drivers experienced roughly 30-minute delays between junction 8 at Chorley and junction 6 at Horwich.
- All lanes reopened around 08:30 am after the lane remained closed at 07:30 am.