MOTORISTS are warned of a lane closure on the M62 this lunchtime.

There is a closure westbound at junction nine. This is due to a vehicle having a tyre changed.

Traffic is said to be coping well in the area.

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Live traffic tracker INRIX stated as of noon: "One lane closed due to vehicle having a tyre changed on M62 Westbound at J9 A49 Newton Road (Winwick).

"Traffic is coping well."