A collision on the M11 southbound in Essex, England, has caused significant traffic disruption, with motorists facing delays of approximately 60 minutes on approach to the incident.
The collision was reported between Junction 9 at Newmarket and Junction 8 near Stansted Airport. Traffic authorities confirmed that the incident had affected the southbound carriageway, prompting restrictions as emergency and traffic management operations were addressed.
Following the collision, lane two of the two-lane carriageway was closed. The closure reduced the available road space and contributed to congestion for motorists travelling through the affected section.
Traffic updates indicated that congestion had extended for approximately six miles, with delays building on the approach to the incident. Drivers were warned to allow additional time for their journeys while traffic conditions remained disrupted.
The affected stretch of the M11 is an important route for motorists travelling through Essex and towards Stansted Airport. The incident could therefore affect commuters, airport passengers, and other road users heading southbound.
At the time of the report, details about the vehicles involved, the cause of the collision, and whether anyone had been injured were not provided. Information about when the closed lane would reopen was also unavailable.
Motorists were advised to monitor official traffic updates, exercise caution when approaching the congestion, and consider alternative routes where appropriate. Further information was awaited as the situation developed.