The police are currently on the scene of an incident, but traffic has been halted in the area. The details of the incident have not been released yet.
The authorities have urged drivers to find alternative routes and apologized for the inconvenience caused. This is not the only disruption in the area, as a second major road closure is in effect nearby.
The A628 Woodhead Pass is closed in both directions, affecting traffic between Hollingworth and the A616 Flouch roundabout in South Yorkshire. According to reports, this disruption is due to a serious road traffic collision.
Police remain in attendance at the scene of the collision, and National Highways is advising motorists to plan their journeys accordingly.
