Severe flooding has led to the closure of a key section of the M62 this evening, causing significant traffic delays. The closure near Huddersfield comes after heavy rain and strong winds battered the region, with traffic stretching back for miles.

The Met Office had earlier issued a yellow weather warning for the area, highlighting the potential for travel disruption. The warning specifically noted that the M62 could be adversely affected by the severe weather conditions.

As heavy rain continues to sweep across Wales and northern England, the Met Office cautioned that localised flooding and travel disruptions are likely, particularly in the M62 corridor and Pennine regions. The warning stated, "A band of rain, heavy at times, across Wales, and northern and western England is expected to remain slow-moving during Saturday morning before making erratic eastward progress, eventually clearing early on Sunday."

In addition to the rain, strong winds are also anticipated to cause damage in some areas. The Met Office's alerts underscore the seriousness of the situation, as motorists are advised to exercise caution and expect delays.

As the weather continues to impact travel, authorities are monitoring the situation closely and advising drivers to stay updated on road conditions.