Car Blaze Sparks Chaos on M6 Junction 19
A fiery car blaze on the M6 northbound slip road at Junction 19 sparked rush hour disruption earlier today. Emergency services swooped in fast, shutting one lane temporarily to tackle the flames and keep drivers safe.
Flames Engulf Vehicle – Fire Crews Race to Scene
The alarm was raised at around 8:44am after reports of a vehicle engulfed in flames on the M6 northbound exit slip road. Fire engines from Lymm and Altrincham, dispatched by Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, arrived promptly to douse the blaze.
Slip Road Shut as Firefighters Battle Flames
To protect motorists, the slip road was closed while crews fought the fire. Using thermal imaging cameras, firefighters carefully searched for hidden hot spots to prevent flare-ups.
Lane Reopens as Situation Stabilises
By 9:10am, one lane was reopened to ease traffic, although the other remained closed for ongoing monitoring. Police and Highways officials stayed on-site to manage safety. Fire crews left the scene around 9:30am after successfully quelling the fire.
This swift, professional response prevented any further chaos and kept commuters safe on a busy motorway stretch.
